Test and Verification Engineer

Job description

Test and Verification Engineer

Airbus DS Newport

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2017, it generated revenues of € 67 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners from 100 to more than 600 seats. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as Europe's number one space enterprise and the world's second largest space business. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Description of the job

A vacancy for a Test & Verification Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Newport, however some international travel may be required.
The role of Test & Verification Engineer is to develop test materials pertaining to the Information Systems (IS) elements of the NATO PKI system as part of the UK IV&V test team. You will create test plans and scripts that can be executed part of the UK-based Integration Test activities.

What we offer

·  Challenging tasks in a company with some of the most innovative cyber security technology and services
·  Integration into an international network of cyber security experts across and outside of Europe
·  Participation in Europe-wide projects as prime supplier
·  Exciting development opportunities and perspectives within Airbus as a global player
·  An attractive company pension scheme
·  Airbus Group success share scheme
·  An extensive range of additional benefits, such as car options, travel insurance for the whole family, child care vouchers, etc.
·  Flexible working hours

Desired profile

Tasks & accountabilities

Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

·  Produce Test Stage Test Plans for Integration and Acceptance Test Phases
·  Prepare Test Stage Test Scripts, detailing test steps, test data and expected results
·  Track and report test progress against stage test phase execution schedules
·  Contribute to the production of the Test Stage Test Exit Reports
·  Peer review of Test & Validation team test deliverables and Engineering design documentation
·  Assist in the defining of the test environment configuration required to support scheduled tests during a stage test phase
·  Support integration test activities including test execution of test phase test scripts, record and verify results and capture defects upon observation of non-compliance

Your challenges will be:

·  Issues arising from compliance with the T&V stage test phase schedule
·  Issues arising from the condition or configuration of the test environment
·  Issues arising from the quality of reporting and delivery.

This job requires an 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.

Required skills

We are looking for applicants with the following skills and experience:

·  Educated to ONC diploma level either in a science or engineering based subject
·  Formal qualifications in testing (Foundation level of ISEB Software Testing)
·  Relevant manufacturers or technical courses (i.e. Oracle, SQL)
·  Experience with working with PKI solutions a distinct advantage
·  Experience of projects involving multiple suppliers using varying delivery and test approaches – essential
·  Knowledge and experience of IEEE829 and BS7925-2 – essential
·  Proven experience in an industry standard Test Management and Defect Management tool, e.g. HP ALM (formerly Mercury Quality Centre), Rational Test Manager – essential
·  Demonstrable knowledge of security testing at both layer 4 and 7 - highly desirable.
·  Understanding of Problem, Change, Release and Configuration Management processes – essential
·  Experience in use of Microsoft Project or similar planning tool – desirable
·  Broad understanding of the Prince2 project management methodology – desirable

Must have existing UK SC security clearance, or be capable of attaining UK SC clearance
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.
We value the strength that diverse perspectives bring to our business, so if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process please discuss this with the recruiter who contacts you