Test Manager

Airbus S.A.S.; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Portsmouth seeks a Test Manager to oversee the test definition aspects of projects. The role requires defining test approaches that meet customer requirements, along with managing and training the team. Responsibilities include verifying deliverables, managing defect processes, and advising on test environments. Candidates should hold formal qualifications in software testing and project management, embodying a commitment to integrity and compliance. The position includes competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Flexible working hours

Personalized development plan

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in testing – Advanced Manager level of ISTQB in Software Testing.
• Formal qualification in project management – Prince 2 practitioner.
• Formal training in project planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Verify and validate deliverables to standards defined in the BMS.
• Manage production of test and verification strategies/plans.
• Advise in the creation/use of the System Reference Model.

Skills

ISTQB Advanced Manager level in Software Testing

Prince 2 practitioner

Project planning tools training

Job description

We are seeing a Test Manager to lead the overall test definition aspects of the project to which you are assigned. You will be accountable for defining the test approach to meet the Customer requirements and managing the team to deliver against this approach. You will be training other engineers and leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Using appropriate tools and techniques verify and validate deliverables to standards defined in the BMS and specification requirements.
• Be aware of technological/engineering developments and issues in industry and interact with the Engineering Management to continuously improve Engineering.
• Manage production of test and verification strategies/plans which minimise risk by confirming validity of the technical solution as early/cost effectively as possible and verify that subcontractors' deliverables fully meet their contracted requirements.
• Advise in the creation/use of the System Reference Model or other test environments.
• Be accountable for a Verification Cross Reference Index of test and verification status against requirements.
• Be accountable for the defect management process with regards to T&V.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in testing – Advanced Manager level of ISTQB in Software Testing.
• Formal qualification in project management – Prince 2 practitioner.
• Formal training in project planning tools.
• Awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail]. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Benefits

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax‑free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more.
• Work / Life Balance: 37‑hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday (AP+).
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E‑learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health/dental insurance/eye tests, cycle‑to‑work scheme, on‑site canteen and coffee shop.
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave.
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi‑faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity).

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