Spacecraft Environmental Test Technician

Loft Orbital; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbitworks in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Environmental Test Technician to support testing and qualification of satellite hardware and spacecraft systems. You’ll collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and test teams to prepare hardware, configure test equipment, and run environmental campaigns.

This hands-on role focuses on setting up hardware, installing sensors, recording results, and assisting with post-test inspections.

Qualifications

• A Diploma/Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, aerospace or related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical/electrical/test equipment in a technical environment.
• Ability to follow detailed engineering procedures, work instructions, and test documentation.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and equipment instructions.
• Experience using basic measurement and test equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, especially with high-value hardware.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare spacecraft hardware, components, and test articles for environmental testing.
• Support the execution of environmental test campaigns including vibration, thermal, thermal vacuum, and other qualification or acceptance testing.
• Install and configure test fixtures, sensors, accelerometers, thermocouples, cables, and data acquisition equipment.
• Prepare test chambers, vibration systems, and supporting equipment in accordance with approved procedures.
• Perform pre-test inspections and verify that test configurations match engineering documentation.
• Execute test procedures while monitoring hardware and test equipment throughout the test.
• Record test parameters, observations, anomalies, and results accurately.
• Support engineers in troubleshooting hardware, instrumentation, or test-equipment issues.
• Assist with post-test inspections and hardware removal following completion of testing.
• Maintain test equipment, tooling, fixtures, cables, and laboratory areas.
• Support equipment calibration and ensure test assets remain within their required calibration periods.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and controlled test environment.

Skills

Diploma/Associate degree in mechanical

Hands-on experience with mechanical/e\

Education

Diploma/technical qualification or Associate's Degree in a related field

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Test instrumentation

Calibration equipment

Job description

Orbitworks in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Environmental Test Technician to support testing and qualification of satellite hardware and spacecraft systems. You’ll collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and test teams to prepare hardware, configure test equipment, and run environmental campaigns.

This hands-on role focuses on setting up hardware, installing sensors, recording results, and assisting with post-test inspections.