Satellite Production Senior Technician, Integration, Mechanical & Thermal

ICEYE; Valencia; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE in Valencia, Spain is seeking a Satellite Production Senior Technician, Integration, Mechanical & Thermal. You will independently execute complex assembly, integration, and testing activities that require precision and deep technical understanding to ensure flight readiness of satellites.

You will mentor junior technicians, lead frontline troubleshooting with Specialists and Production Line Owners, review work instructions, and contribute to process improvements while maintaining high

Qualifications

• 3+ years in mechanical assembly or integration, preferably aerospace.
• Experience interpreting engineering docs into work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and communication on production floor.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced assembly and integration including torqueing and bonding.
• Lead root cause analysis with cross-functional teams.
• Review procedures and drive safety, reliability, and efficiency improvements.
• Mentor junior technicians and share best practices on the line.
• Support line tests by preparing environments and verifying configurations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, audit-ready workspace compliant with ESD and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Aerospace experience

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Satellite Production Senior Technician, Integration, Mechanical & Thermal

Location: Valencia, Spain

Department: Global Manufacturing Organisation

Reports to: Head of MAITE Spain

Contract: Permanent, On‑site

Employment may be subject to applicable security screening.

Why This Role Matters

As a Senior Production Technician, Mechanical & Thermal, you serve as a technical anchor within ICEYE's Mechanical & Thermal Production team in Valencia. You will independently execute complex assembly, integration, and testing activities that require precision, deep technical understanding, and sound judgment. Working closely with Specialists and Production Line Owners, you will lead frontline troubleshooting, ensure process stability, and elevate team capability by mentoring junior technicians, all while maintaining the high standards of flight readiness that ICEYE's satellites demand.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Perform advanced assembly and integration activities including critical torque and bonding operations, subsystem integration, and complex test setups.
• Lead the identification and resolution of build and process issues, collaborating with Specialists, AIT Engineering, and Quality to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Review work instructions, travelers, and checklists for accuracy, providing actionable feedback for revision and initiating improvement projects in safety, reliability, tooling, and efficiency.
• Act as a coach and role model for junior and standard technicians, providing on‑the‑job training and transferring best practices across the team.
• Support Production Line Owners and Team Leaders by preparing test environments, verifying configurations, and contributing technical insight during line meetings.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and audit‑ready work environment compliant with ESD, safety, and cleanliness standards.

Qualifications – Must Haves

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 3+ years of practical experience in mechanical assembly or integration, ideally in aerospace or another high‑reliability environment.
• Strong understanding of structural assembly techniques including torqueing, alignment, and thermal hardware application (panels, structures, deployables, pads, pastes, tapes).
• Familiarity with aerospace standards (ECSS, IPC, ISO) and cleanroom practices.
• Proven ability to interpret engineering documentation and translate it into practical work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, structured problem‑solving, and clear communication skills on the production floor.

Qualifications – Nice To Haves

• Experience with satellite mechanical subsystems and thermal hardware integration.
• Exposure to environmental test campaigns (vibration, thermal vacuum).
• Experience supporting design‑for‑manufacturing (DfM) initiatives.
• Familiarity with ERP or MES systems in a production environment.
• Knowledge of deployable mechanisms.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. They vary by location and will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, let us know—we’ll do our best to help.