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# Test Engineer

- **Company:** Tesat-Spacecom GmbH & Co. KG
- **Location:** Stevenage, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Couchbase Servers, CouchDB, Software Design Patterns, Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, NoSQL, Systems Architecture, Oracle Hyperion, Enterprise Software Applications, Hardware Testing, Technical Debt, Build Management, Data Generation
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://ag.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/wday/cxs/ag/global/job/Stevenage/Test-Engineer_JR10436465

## About the Role

* Experience of testing instruments, systems, software and devices - Understand phrases such as Device Under Test (DUT), Equipment Under Test (EUT), Unit Under Test (UUT)
 * Software automation experience and polyglot approach, hands-on proficiency in Python alongside solid commercial experience in Java
 * Proven experience in automating tests for instruments or equipment and control interfaces. Usually from a Space, Automotive, Scientific, Aerospace or similar background
 * Strong focus on test system stability, instrument control accuracy, robust error handling, and delivering reliable automated test software.
 * Proficient with NoSQL Databases, we use MongoDB, but Casandra, CouchBase, CouchDB or similar are welcomed.
 * Understanding of software design patterns and system architectures. Automation of test hardware and software and basic PC & LAN configurations, 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.

## Description

Love designing and developing test systems, focusing on their software to automate hardware, equipment and other software packages? Enjoy working alongside system engineers and designers? Mix of Python and Java skills? Passionate about writing clear, detailed technical documentation for technical and non-technical stakeholders? Then we have a role for you!, As a Test Engineer you will be joining a team of ~30 people, as a team you will be responsible for the design, build and deployment of complex test sites for Space Equipment within the Satellite industry. The kit you work on has been used in products like: HyPERION, Galileo , Telecommunications and Navigation satellites, projects like OneSat, EurostarNEO and National Programmes., * Design, code, and maintain clean, scalable test automation software in Python and Java

 * Develop automated routines for instrument control, DUT sequencing, data acquisition, and result file generation to support RF and Digital space equipment testing.
 * Author and maintain architectural blueprints, technical specs, API documentation, and system design guidelines to ensure team-wide alignment.
 * Establish best practices for code reviews, automated testing, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and technical debt management.
 * As our roadmap expands, you will support the architectural evolution and development of future high-performance engineering test platforms

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How we can support you

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request.