Ground Segment Test & Integration Engineer

Creotech Instruments is looking for a Test & Integration Engineer to plan and run test campaigns that integrate the Space Segment with the Ground Segment.

About the role

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.

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

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)

What Creotech offers

• Employment contract
• Life insurance
• Private medical care
• MultiSport card
• Vacation benefits
• Prepaid Christmas card
• Benefits for employees’ children
• Emergency benefits
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work system
• Integration events
• Parking

Salary is not disclosed in the original posting.

Originally posted at https://creotech.pl/en/job-offers/ground-segment-test-and-integration-engineer