As part of the AIT team, you will have the following responsibilities :
- Definition of MGSE (Mechanical Ground Support Equipment) including the following Tasks;
- Processing assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) tasks as part of Space projects (satellites, payloads, subsystems);
- Coordination of the mechanical AIT work on the satellite in consultation with the AIT manager and other disciplines involved;
- Preparation and implementation of mechanical integrations of flight hardware on the satellite, as well as documentation of the work results;
- Preparation of concepts for mechanical AIT and MGSE (Mechanical Ground Support Equipment) and creation of corresponding planning documents;
- Practical implementation of external and internal requirements for the mechanical AIT, MGSE, and Thermal hardware;
- Support subcontractors for MGSE, thermal hardware, and test equipment;
- Creation of integration and test procedures, reports, etc., including evaluation of test results;
- Procurement of MGSE (Mechanical Ground Support Equipment) for satellite projects;
- Creation of the necessary specifications, support of the Tender process (tender evaluation), and support of subcontractors up to Delivery and acceptance;
- Coordination and participation in the internal development of MGSE according to the PRC process, including final implementation of the admission test (Proof Load Test) for CE certification;
- Specification and acceptance of thermal hardware and test equipment;
- Revise/update the generic MGSE and thermal hardware specifications in line with project requirements;
- Participation in test and launch campaigns (willingness to work abroad for several months required);
- Participation in NRBs (Non-Conformance Review Boards) to identify causes of errors and find solutions;
- Cooperation with other Airbus locations and European subcontractors.
Qualifications
You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience :
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially in detailed tasks.
- Experience working with Windchill and CAD software (CATIA) desirable.
- Experience with SAP applications.
- Knowledge of scheduling tools (MS Project).
- Technical understanding of mechanisms and system elements of satellites and space probes.
- Driving license and safe handling of cranes and aerial work platforms are desirable.
- Skilled handling and experience in high-quality mechanical integration, preferably from space components.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and integration standards in the aerospace industry.
- Insight into the function and application of electrical components.
- Experience in measurement technology (mechanical/electrical) desirable.
- Assertiveness, independence, structured working style, teamwork skills, and high quality awareness.
- Willingness to undertake business trips and work shifts.
- Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of German is advantageous.