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# Test Engineer - AIT

- **Company:** MDA Space
- **Location:** Didcot, United Kingdom
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Analog Electronics, Automation of Tests, Python (Programming Language), Test Execution Engine, Scripting, Performance Testing
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f1d4d00a7c7ef655

## About the Role

* 1+ years in the space industry in a similar position.
 * An electrical engineering background, or experience testing electrical subsystems on a satellite payloads
 * Knowledge with a variety of communications electronics
 * Knowledge of AIT campaigns for communication electronics and/or satellite missions.
 * Experience in scripting and test automation, knowledge of Python, C or other test automation tools, techniques and languages.
 * Knowledge of analog circuits and practical knowledge in analogue and mixed signal measurement techniques.
 * Knowledge of digital, power and RF electronics at system level.
 * Strong hand-on skills.
 * Resourcefulness and a passion for working hard and learning fast and lead from the front.

We're a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you're excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we'll take you there.

## Description

* Perform electrical integration of the unit under test (UUT) to test benches / test equipment.
 * Produce test plans / procedures from test specifications to ensure requirements are met and verified.
 * Perform functional and performance testing.
 * Create automated test scripts to control / test the UUT and the supporting electrical ground support equipment (EGSE).
 * Produce technical reports after test execution.
 * Prepare for and support environmental test campaigns including thermal vacuum, vibration, acoustics and EMC.
 * Define test equipment requirements.
 * Raise, manage and support non-conformances in the review process.
 * Provide inputs to project reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, Post Test Review & Test Review Boards, We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your:
 * Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status
 * Identity: Full ID check
 * Criminal records: Basic Disclosure
 * Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity
 * Reference checks