Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer (Hybrid)

Airbus S.A.S.; Upham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Car leasing option

Free onsite parking

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in the UK is seeking a skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control software and systems. You will develop and execute integration and test plans, manage SRM facilities, and work with mission operations and development teams to ensure rigorous test coverage.

The role supports critical missions with testing during launch and in-orbit phases, applying aerospace standards and quality practices.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in integration and validation of complex systems.
• Proven ability to develop and execute test plans for space/defence software.
• Experience with HIL systems and control centre software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document integration plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software.
• Create test plans and cases for SCC software and systems.
• Maintain SRM test facilities and report defects in tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and operations teams to ensure coverage.
• Contribute to test documentation reviews and process improvements.

Skills

Test engineering

Ground systems

SCC architectures

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Independent working

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in the UK is seeking a skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control software and systems. You will develop and execute integration and test plans, manage SRM facilities, and work with mission operations and development teams to ensure rigorous test coverage.

The role supports critical missions with testing during launch and in-orbit phases, applying aerospace standards and quality practices.