AIV AIT Engineer

constellr; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading aerospace company in Berlin is seeking a motivated AIV / AIT Engineer to join their spacecraft engineering team. In this role, you will oversee AIT activities, ensuring spacecraft are accurately tested before launch. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and experience in satellite design and testing. This is a hybrid role offering competitive compensation and opportunity to participate in groundbreaking projects.

Leistungen

Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options

Competitive compensation including Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP)

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifikationen

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge and experience in satellite design and development.
• Hands-on experience with satellite-related hardware.
• Experience in functional AIV / AIT activities and environmental testing activities.
• Ability to cooperate and negotiate with industrial partners.

Aufgaben

• Write and review requirements plans and procedures for AIV / AIT activities.
• Execute functional testing activities at different levels and stages.
• Manage and maintain functional testing facilities.
• Participate in anomaly investigations.

Kenntnisse

Satellite design and development

Hands-on experience with satellite-related hardware

Functional AIV / AIT activities

Analytical skills

Good knowledge of Linux and Python

Ability to cooperate and negotiate

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Ground Support Equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Our Mission

At constellr we are harnessing the power of space to solve one of Earth's greatest challenges: climate resilience & security in a changing world. Our thermal satellite constellation delivers the most accurate land surface temperature data on the market, equipping commercial players, governments, defense agencies and global institutions with the thermal intelligence they need to make strategic decisions from national security and infrastructure to agriculture and climate resilience.

Location

This position is offered on a hybrid or remote basis in Germany, Belgium or France. We have offices in Munich, Berlin, Freiburg (Germany); Brussels (Belgium); and Toulouse (France).

Your Role

We are seeking a highly motivated AIV / AIT Engineer to join our spacecraft engineering team. Reporting to the Satellite Systems Lead, you will oversee, coordinate and support AIT activities to ensure that spacecraft are correctly tested and validated before launch. You will work closely with the rest of the Satellite Systems engineers and the AIT team of suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Write and review requirements plans and procedures for AIV / AIT activities.
• Write and review plans and procedures for environmental testing activities: thermal vacuum, mechanical and EMC in collaboration with the domain expert.
• Execute functional testing activities at different levels and stages.
• Act as test responsible for testing activities (functional / environmental) as required.
• Manage and maintain functional testing facilities.
• Write and review requirements and specifications for Ground Support Equipment.
• Follow up procurement activities.

Participate in anomaly investigations

Your duties may also include supporting other activities within your field of competence.

Job Requirements

About you

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge and experience in satellite design and development.
• Hands‑on experience with satellite‑related hardware.
• Experience in functional AIV / AIT activities and environmental testing activities.
• Experience in AIV / AIT of optical payloads is an asset.
• Ability to cooperate and negotiate with industrial partners to organise activities and solve technical problems.
• Good knowledge of Linux and Python & Analytical skills.
• Familiarity with ECSS standards.
• Able to travel to participate in activities for periods of up to 2 weeks.

Why constellr

• Be part of an ambitious mission to launch the world's first commercial thermal infrared constellation.
• Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options.
• Competitive compensation including Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) for permanent employees.
• Join a team committed to diversity, inclusion and scientific excellence.

At constellr we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity and the ability to tackle complex challenges effectively. We encourage individuals from all walks of life to join us on our mission to reduce global food insecurity.