Test Coordinator

EUROCONTROL; Maastricht; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

EUROCONTROL Maastricht Centre seeks a Test Coordinator to plan, design and oversee integration, verification and system-level testing of baselines. You will collaborate with engineering teams to ensure reliability, performance and compliance with requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in testing, English proficiency at CEFR C1, and the ability to work in a multinational environment within a hybrid model in Maastricht. This is a 5-year appointment with potential renewal.

Qualifications

• EQF Level 5+ education with 5+ years' relevant experience.
• Experience in integration and system-level testing.
• Experience with test processes, defect tracking and release management.
• Knowledge of ATM systems and operational environments.
• Understanding of system architectures and automation tools.
• English drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute integration, verification and system-level tests for baselines.
• Monitor system performance and resolve incidents through root cause analysis.
• Install, configure and integrate components on test platforms; troubleshoot issues.
• Manage changes, version control and plan releases for smooth transitions.
• Assist in configuring and deploying system updates and migrations.
• Develop technical documentation and test reports; provide insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Customer focus

Multinational environment

Education

EQF Level 5+ with 5 years experience

Job description

• In accordance with the Service Regulations, staff are required to reside either at their place of employment or at such distance from it as is compatible with the proper performance of their duties.
• Nature of competition: Internal and external competition
• Applicable regulations: General conditions of employment governing servants at the EUROCONTROL Maastricht Centre
• Type of post: Assistant
• Job level: AST4-AST6 - Check salary simulations for the basic grade
• Generic job title: Specialised Technical/Administrative Assistant
• Number of posts: 2
• Duration of appointment: 5 Year(s) - renewal or conversion of the contract is possible under certain conditions see “Useful information” section
• Security clearance: Security vetting may be required in accordance with the relevant EUROCONTROL security provisions
• Directorate/Service: MUAC/ENG/IVD - The Integration, Verification and Delivery Team
• Working arrangement: EUROCONTROL operates a hybrid working model, combining onsite presence with teleworking opportunities. Teleworking is subject to the applicable internal rules and is granted in line with business needs and managerial approval. Teleworking must not exceed 50% of the days worked in a month when performed at the official place of residence as defined above. In addition, all staff may telework from a location of their choice for up to 20 working days per calendar year, with line manager authorisation. These 20 days do not count towards the 50% monthly limit.
• Reserve list: Applicable - See details in the “Useful information” section

Properties

• Function title: Test Coordinator
• Reference: NOC-MA-2026-AST/1162
• Location: Maastricht
• In accordance with the Service Regulations, staff are required to reside either at their place of employment or at such distance from it as is compatible with the proper performance of their duties.
• Information about living in Maastricht
• Nature of competition: Internal and external competition
• Applicable regulations: General conditions of employment governing servants at the EUROCONTROL Maastricht Centre
• Type of post: Assistant
• Job level: AST4-AST6 - Check salary simulations for the basic grade
• Generic job title: Specialised Technical/Administrative Assistant
• Number of posts: 2
• Duration of appointment: 5 Year(s) - renewal or conversion of the contract is possible under certain conditions see “Useful information” section
• Security clearance: Security vetting may be required in accordance with the relevant EUROCONTROL security provisions
• Directorate/Service: MUAC/ENG/IVD - The Integration, Verification and Delivery Team
• Working arrangement: EUROCONTROL operates a hybrid working model, combining onsite presence with teleworking opportunities. Teleworking is subject to the applicable internal rules and is granted in line with business needs and managerial approval. Teleworking must not exceed 50% of the days worked in a month when performed at the official place of residence as defined above. In addition, all staff may telework from a location of their choice for up to 20 working days per calendar year, with line manager authorisation. These 20 days do not count towards the 50% monthly limit.
• Competition publication date: 24/09/2026
• Competition closing date: 22/10/2026 (23:59 Brussels time)
• Reserve list: Applicable - See details in the “Useful information” section

Your team

Within the The Directorate Maastricht Upper Area Control Centre , The Engineering Division (ENG) is responsible for developing and providing the Communication and IT Infrastructure, ATM systems, IT security activities and facility services.

Your role

Your role will be to:

• Plan, design and execute the integration, verification, and system-level tests of their assigned baselines, to ensure system reliability, functionality, and compliance with requirements and standards.
• Monitor system performance related to their baselines to identify, document, enforce, and resolve incidents and bugs through root cause analysis and effective mitigation solutions.
• Install, configure, and integrate system components on test platforms while collaborating with teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues.
• Assess the impact of changes, manage version control, and support the planning and execution of system updates and releases to ensure smooth transitions.
• Assist in configuring, testing, and deploying system updates and migrations, ensuring readiness and addressing any identified issue.
• Gather technical and functional requirements and contribute to the definition of specifications; provide specialised technical support to software providers (internal & external).
• Organise, validate, and manage data for testing, simulation, and analysis to support accurate and effective system evaluations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test scenarios and reports, while providing actionable insights and updates.
• Develop knowledge and skills in field of expertise under the guidance of more senior staff.
• Carry out any other task in line with the main purpose of the job.

Required qualifications, experience & competencies

• Completion of a post-secondary education meeting EQF European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 5 or higher followed by at least 5 years of relevant experience to perform the advertised duties.
• Internal candidates can check on the intranet to see what level of in-house experience is considered equivalent to educational qualifications where appropriate.
• Experience in integration and system-level testing of complex systems.
• Experience of test processes, defect tracking and release management.
• Understanding of Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems and operational environments (assets)
• Understanding of system architectures and automation tools.
• Technical drafting skills in English.
• Analytical Thinking : You analyse information and identify relationships.
• Problem Solving : You respond to problems as they arise by applying job knowledge.
• Communication : You foster two-way communication.
• Customer Focus : You respond effectively to customer enquiries.
• Teamwork : You display a collaborative approach.
• Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment.
• Professional conduct in line with the corporate behaviours of the Agency, i.e. result-driven, readiness to change, customer focus, integrity and team-player approach.
• The working languages of the Agency are English and French. For this particular job, candidates must be proficient users of English at level C1. The levels relate to the European-framework-reference Common European Framework of References for languages (CEFR).

Useful information

• Internal staff appointed for an undetermined period At the end of the 5 Year period of the post for which they were selected:
• Applications will be accepted from nationals of EUROCONTROL Member States only.
• The selected candidate may be required to provide documentary evidence confirming they meet the minimum education requirements. They will be informed if and when specific evidence is needed. Please note that no offer (for external candidates) or appointment (for internal candidates) will be made until the necessary evidence, if required, is validated.
• The selected candidate will be appointed in accordance with the provisions of the General conditions of employment governing servants at the EUROCONTROL Maastricht Centre. This appointment may be renewed several times, but its total duration, including all renewal periods, may not exceed nine (9) years. A conversion to an undetermined duration appointment is possible where all of the following cumulative conditions are met: the post is confirmed as being of a lasting nature; the staff member has completed at least five years of service; the staff member’s performance has been satisfactory; and the conversion is in the interests of the service. Conversion is therefore not automatic.
• Conditions depending on current type of appointment Internal staff appointed for a determined period
• Retain their current type of appointment duration.
• Continue under their existing appointment duration, as appointment durations are not cumulative.
• The duration of their appointment will therefore not restart upon selection to the new post, i.e. the remaining duration of their current determined appointment continues to apply.
• Renewal(s): This appointment may be renewed several times, but its total duration, including all renewal periods, may not exceed nine (9) years.
• Conversion: Conversion to an undetermined duration appointment is possible where all of the following cumulative conditions are met: the post is confirmed as being of a lasting nature; the staff member has completed at least five years of service; the staff member’s performance has been satisfactory; and the conversion is in the interests of the service. Conversion is therefore not automatic.
• Retain their current type of appointment duration.
• If the assignment is extended, they will continue in the post in accordance with the applicable rules.
• If the assignment is not extended and/or the duties are not confirmed as being of a lasting nature, they will be transferred to another post corresponding to their “previous” type of post, job level, and function group.
• The selected candidate must successfully complete a probationary period of nine (9) months before being established in the post.
• The selected candidate shall be appointed at the grade set out in this vacancy notice, or if a group of grades has been published for a job level, in principle at the basic grade of the published job level.

• Candidates declared suitable who are not selected for the post will be placed on a reserve list for similar roles. The reserve list will be valid for one year from the closing date of applications.
• EUROCONTROL is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality and diversity . In the event of equal merit, preference may be given to the applicant from the under-represented diversity characteristics in order to complement diversity of teams and rebalance the workforce.