Ground Segment Test & Integration Engineer

Creotech Instruments; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Sports card

Job summary

Creotech Instruments is seeking an experienced Ground Segment Test & Integration Engineer to lead end-to-end test campaigns for advanced satellite systems, integrating Space and Ground Segments. You will define testing standards and mentor junior engineers while driving the testing roadmap across projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of test methodologies, hands-on testing or integration experience, and collaboration with systems engineers and software developers to deliver reliable

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in software/system testing or integration engineering.
• Ability to mentor others and grow into a team leader role.
• Solid practical knowledge of test methodologies and integration for complex distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Test Campaign Strategy & Execution: Develop comprehensive Test Plans, define testing strategies, scope, and levels for flight software and ground station systems.
• Segment Integration: Coordinate and execute the integration between the Space Segment and the Ground Segment, verifying interfaces, protocols, and data flows.
• Requirements & System Analysis: Analyze system specifications and mission requirements to author high-quality Test Cases and Test Procedures.
• Take ownership of the testing roadmap and quality engineering standards across projects.
• Act as the technical point of contact for systems engineers, software developers, and project managers

Skills

Test & integration engineering

Leadership aptitude

System analysis

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree in Automation & Robotics

Tools

ISTQB Certification

Python

Bash

DOORS

Enterprise Architect

Jama

Job description

Ground Segment Test & Integration Engineer

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Test & Integration Engineer to join our ground segment engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of test campaigns for advanced satellite systems, integrating the Space Segment with the Ground Segment.

As our space projects expand, this position offers a clear growth path toward leadership . You will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, define testing standards, and actively participate in building, scaling, and leading a future dedicated Test & Integration team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Campaign Strategy & Execution: Develop comprehensive Test Plans, define testing strategies, scope, and levels (e.g., unit, integration, system, acceptance testing) for flight software and ground station systems.
• Segment Integration: Coordinate and execute the integration between the Space Segment and the Ground Segment, verifying system interfaces, communication protocols, and data flows.
• Requirements & System Analysis: Analyze system specifications and mission requirements to author high-quality Test Cases and Test Procedures.
• Take ownership of the testing roadmap and quality engineering standards across projects.
• Act as the technical point of contact for systems engineers, software developers, and project managers

Key Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in software/system testing or integration engineering (preferably in space, aerospace, automotive, defence, or other safety-critical/embedded domains).
• Leadership Aptitude: Strong communication skills, initiative, and a desire to mentor others and grow into a team leader role.
• Solid practical knowledge of test methodologies and integration for complex distributed systems.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, Automation & Robotics, or a related field.
• Languages: Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with space and ground communication protocols (e.g., CCSDS, SpaceWire, CAN, TCP/IP).
• Software testing certification (e.g., ISTQB Certified Tester – Advanced Level, Test Analyst, or Test Manager).
• Background or prior experience working as a System Analyst , or familiarity with requirements engineering (e.g., IREB certification, UML/SysML, tools like DOORS, Enterprise Architect, or Jama).
• Prior experience in lead roles, agile scrum mastering, or technical team leadership.
• Proficiency in test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and scripting (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of ECSS (European Cooperation for Space Standardization) standards (e.g., ECSS-E-ST-40C, ECSS-Q-ST-80C).

We offer

• Work in a friendly, well-coordinated team of enthusiasts
• Stable employment in a modern company with an established market position
• Attractive salary and benefits package (e.g., private medical care, sports card)
• Opportunities for professional development and participation in innovative projects