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AIT Spacecraft Technician
Location
United Kingdom
Posted
10 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
AIT Spacecraft Technician
ALTEN
• Perform assembly and integration of spacecraft components, subsystems, and harnesses according to engineering documentation and procedures. • Execute functional tests , electrical checks, and mechanical verifications on flight hardware. • Support environmental testing activities, including vibration, thermal‑vacuum, and EMC campaigns. • Carry out harness installation , routing, and termination with high‑reliability standards. • Work with engineers to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve integration issues during AIT phases. • Maintain cleanroom discipline , ensuring proper handling of sensitive spacecraft hardware. • Complete test logs, integration reports, and non‑conformance documentation with accuracy and attention to detail. • Operate test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, torque tools, crimping tools, and specialised AIT fixtures. • Support mechanical assembly tasks , including bracket installation, fastener torquing, and structural integration. • Follow strict ECSS‑style procedures , safety protocols, and quality standards throughout all AIT activities. • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure smooth integration workflows. • Contribute to continuous improvement of AIT processes, tooling, and documentation.
Job Requirements
- Mandatory Space industry experience — hands‑on work with spacecraft hardware, satellite subsystems, or high‑reliability space components.
- Experience performing AIT tasks on electrical, mechanical, or harness subsystems.
- Ability to follow detailed procedures, drawings, and integration instructions.
- Skilled in using standard AIT tools and test equipment.
- Strong understanding of cleanroom practices and handling of sensitive hardware.
- Ability to identify issues during integration and support engineers in resolving them.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering , or equivalent military experience .
Benefits
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle & Tech Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance & Pension Scheme
- Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
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