Implementing a Parameterized and Flexible Test Automation Solution for Airbus Defence and Space

Abstract

Test automation is a key part of modern software development where thorough and well structured testing ensures that systems operate reliably under all conditions. While test automation enhances system reliability, reduces errors and improves testing efficiency, the configuration and maintenance of test environments ofter require significant human effort. Additionally, the limited availability of physical test environments can be a challenge especially when systems are using non-standard hardware. Improving the flexibility and reusability of test automation environments can help address these challenges. By reducing the need for manual configuration cost savings, faster testing cycles and more efficient regression testing can be achieved.

The purpose of this thesis was to implement a parameterized and reusable test automation solution for Airbus Defence and Space to support continuous software testing activities. The objective was to respond to the identified need for a flexible solution that enables automated tests to be executed efficiently across various test environments without the need for resource-intense manual configuration for each setup.

The project was carried out from July to August 2025 and further improvements and maintenance activities continued after that. The implemented solution utilizes parameterization, reusable configuration logic and automated configuration scripts to minimize the need for manual intervention in test environment setup and test execution. The outcome of this project successfully met the need identified at Airbus Defence and Space and has been in active use, increasing test automation coverage across multiple projects.