Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer (Hybrid)

Airbus S.A.S.; Micheldever; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Share options

Car leasing

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited is seeking a highly skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer in the UK to validate spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions. You will develop and execute test plans, maintain SRM test facilities, and ensure coverage across flight software, ground segment software, and HIL systems.

You will analyze results, report defects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver rigorous testing and high-quality missions, with hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Experience integrating and validating complex space systems.
• Knowledge of Spacecraft Control Centre architectures.
• Proficiency with Red Hat and Windows.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (Windchill, SVN, Git).
• Experience with defect tracking systems (JIRA).

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document integration plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software and systems.
• Develop, execute, and document test plans for Spacecraft Control Centre software and systems.
• Maintain SRM test facilities and computer systems.
• Conduct functional, performance, integration, and regression testing of SCC components including flight software and HIL systems.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and report issues in defect tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, system engineers, and mission operations teams to ensure test coverage.
• Participate in formal reviews and audits of test documentation and results.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
• Provide technical expertise during critical mission phases including launch and in-orbit operations.

Skills

Integration testing

Test planning

SCC knowledge

Defect tracking

Windchill

Git

JIRA

Windows

Red Hat

Communication

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

SCC tools

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited is seeking a highly skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer in the UK to validate spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions. You will develop and execute test plans, maintain SRM test facilities, and ensure coverage across flight software, ground segment software, and HIL systems.

You will analyze results, report defects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver rigorous testing and high-quality missions, with hybrid working options