Senior/Lead Software Test Engineer Full Time

Be part of an unique growth story!

Join us to help build the leading advanced composites automation and digital manufacturing company. Airborne is a technology leader in advanced composites, specialised in the industrialisation of engineering and manufacturing of durable fibre reinforced composites for Space, Aeronautics, Transport and Marine industries. Via Airborne’s unique combination of skills: our deep and wide composites, software engineering and mechatronics know-how – we enable our customers to unlock their full potential in digital manufacturing growth and create a competitive advantage. We are agile, flexible and think like a start-up. This nimble approach is challenging for many incumbent companies—but it’s at the heart of how we think to build winning positions by developing integrated, automated and connected manufacturing solutions for the composite industry.

Together we are a dynamic group of 135 highly educated and passionate employees, split between our headquarter in The Hague Ypenburg (NL) and our site in Lambourn (UK).

What will you be doing?

The Software Test Engineer position is new within ACA and we are looking to build a small team in the coming period. 

In this role you will be part of the multidisciplinary software team, which is focused on solving some of the most complex challenges in automating composites manufacturing. We do this by building applications that enable our customers to make use of for instance Automated Programming, Data Insights and Adaptive Processing.

Most of our code is written in Python, libraries and frameworks we use a lot are Shapely, ezdxf and Django. As we have recently switched from multiple repositories to a monorepo, we now use Pants as our build system.

You are responsible for :

As the Senior/Lead Engineer, you will therefore also be involved in more strategic and tactical activities, next to hands-on test work. You report to the Software Team Lead and work together with PM’s, Mechanical-, Automation- and Process Engineers, partners, colleagues from Airborne UK, suppliers, and customers. Specific tasks and responsibilities include:

• Defining our testing strategy.
• Select a framework for test automation.
• Define and help to set up test infrastructure.
• Develop test plans.
• Write automated tests.
• Improve testing effectiveness.
• Educate Software Engineers to improve the tests they write.
• Bring a testing perspective to the design phase of new SW applications.
• Help to define and manage software business problems, working cross-functionally and delivering applications directly to end customers.

Reporting Lines and Interactions
You will report to the Digital lead. You will work together with your colleagues in the business unit (Project Management, Mechanical-, Automation-, Process Engineering), Airborne’s partners, colleagues in Airborne UK, suppliers, and customers.

Education

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mathematics, Computer Science, Robotics or Engineering

• Experience with at least one test automation framework as JMeter, Cucumber, Selenium, Tosca.
• 8+ years test automation experience with a relevant amount of experience in embedded software and system applications.
• Experience with at least one test automation framework as JMeter, Cucumber, Selenium, Tosca.
• Advanced skills in at least one high-level programming language, preferably Python.
• Experience with Django is desired.
• Experience in PLC SIM and/or KukaSim is a plus.
• Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD).
• Experience with API test automation using Postman.

Other

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Ability and attitude to look beyond project boundaries.
• Ability to align all stakeholders, from operational to strategic level.
• Fluent in English.

What is in it for you?

A workplace which is truly based on trust, and as such a high level of autonomy is provided for you to do your work as you see fit. With our innovative portfolio of automation products there is always a challenge for you to sink your teeth in, allowing you to get out of your comfort zone. We offer you a well rewarding job in an inspiring environment with like-minded and talented colleagues. We encourage opportunities for personal and professional growth, by training, learning on the job and coaching.
Furthermore, we offer:

• A hybrid work model with flexibility in working times and place of work.
• Generous annual leave of 32 days.
• Retirement Pension Plan.
• Collective health insurance plan with 10% discount on the premium.
• An office that is easy to access by car and by public transport.

Information & procedure

In case you would like to apply, please send in your application (motivation and resume) via the Apply here button.

Please note: a pre-employment screening (education check and conduct of good behavior / VOG) will be part of the hiring process.
Third party applications are not appreciated.