Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer (Hybrid)

Airbus S.A.S.; North Waltham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Employee share options

Hybrid working

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in the UK seeks a Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control systems and software for space missions. You will build and execute test plans, manage SRM test facilities, and collaborate with software, systems, and operations teams to ensure thorough coverage and compliance with aerospace standards.

The role offers hybrid working between Portsmouth or Stevenage with a competitive package and development opportunities within a leading space

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems.
• Strong understanding of Spacecraft Control Centre architectures and functions.
• Proficiency with Red Hat and Windows operating systems.
• Experience using configuration management tools (Windchill, SVN, Git).
• Familiarity 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.
• Administer and maintain SRM test facilities and computer systems.
• Conduct functional, performance, integration, and regression testing of SCC components including flight and ground software.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and report issues in defect tracking systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and operations teams to ensure test coverage and participate in reviews.

Skills

Integration & validation

Spacecraft SCC knowledge

Red Hat & Windows proficiency

Config mgmt tools (Windchill, SVN, Git

JIRA defect tracking

Analytical problem-solving

Clear communication

Independent & team work

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Red Hat

Windows

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in the UK seeks a Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control systems and software for space missions. You will build and execute test plans, manage SRM test facilities, and collaborate with software, systems, and operations teams to ensure thorough coverage and compliance with aerospace standards.

The role offers hybrid working between Portsmouth or Stevenage with a competitive package and development opportunities within a leading space