Satellite Integration Specialist

ICEYE Oy; Espoo; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE is seeking a Satellite Integration Specialist in Espoo, Finland. You will act as the technical lead for the Satellite Integration discipline, guiding harness routing, MLI installation, and mechanical subassemblies on the production floor.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a high-precision assembly environment and collaboration with AIT, Engineering, and Quality teams. You will drive continuous improvement, mentor technicians, and support new design introductions while maintaining

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent tech field.
• 5+ years in spacecraft or complex hardware integration.
• Experience with harness installation, MLI, and subsystem workflows.
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing standards (ECSS, IPC, ISO) and cleanroom operations.
• Ability to lead technically and guide production teams.
• Strong problem-solving and corrective-action skills.
• Ability to interpret and improve engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented with ownership of quality outcomes.
• Experience with Lean/6S and process optimization.
• Excellent cross-functional communication with AIT, Engineering, and Quality.
• Must be on-site full-time in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead for Satellite Integration discipline on the production line.
• Oversee hands-on satellite integration including harness routing and MLI installation.
• Support introduction and validation of new designs, components, or processes.
• Ensure quality, reliability, and repeatability of integration work.
• Serve as point of contact for AIT engineers on integration topics.
• Collaborate with AIT, Engineering, and Quality to improve processes and tooling.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality and efficiency.
• Mentor technicians to uphold technical standards and process discipline.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and preventive actions for non-conformances.
• Maintain a safe, organized Lean/6S compliant workspace.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Spacecraft integration

Harness installation

ECSS/IPC/ISO standards

Lean / 6S

Technical leadership

On-site operations

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MES systems

CAD software

Job description

Role highlights:

• Satellite Integration Specialist

• Location: Espoo, Finland

• Department: Global Manufacturing Organization

• Reports to: Satellite Production Team Lead, Integration

• Employment type: Permanent

• Workplace model: Office

• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
  

Why this role matters:

The Satellite Integration Specialist is a key technical authority within the Satellite Integration team. Working closely with the Team Lead, this role ensures that integration processes, assembly practices, and quality standards are executed to the highest level of precision and consistency across all satellite builds.

As a Technical Lead for the discipline, the Specialist drives excellence in mechanical integration & harness installation - ensuring repeatability, reliability, and efficiency in all production lines under their scope. They provide mentorship and guidance to technicians, support AIT engineers during product rollouts, and act as a focal point for process improvements and problem‑solving on the production floor.

This position requires a high level of technical expertise, attention to detail, and ownership of results. The Specialist is expected to handle complex assemblies and new product introductions, ensuring that ICEYE's satellites are built to world‑class standards of quality and reliability.

Who We Are
ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.

ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.

ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.

Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Act as technical lead for the Satellite Integration discipline, ensuring best practices, standards, and methods are applied consistently across production line.

• Oversee and participate in hands-on satellite integration, including harness routing, MLI installation, and mechanical subassembly alignment.

• Support introduction and validation of new designs, components, or processes related to integration & harnessing.

• Ensure the quality, reliability, and repeatability of all integration work performed within the discipline.

• Serve as point of contact for AIT engineers on integration‑related topics, supporting troubleshooting, design-for-assembly feedback, and corrective actions.

• Collaborate closely with AIT Engineering, Smart manufacturing and Quality to improve processes, documentation, and tooling.

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, takt time, efficiency, robustness, and reduction of production failures.

• Mentor and train technicians, reinforcing technical skills, workmanship standards, and process discipline.

• Contribute to root cause analysis and implementation of preventive actions for non-conformances.

• Maintain an organized, compliant, and safe working environment in line with Lean and 6S principles.

What we’re looking for

Must haves:

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical field, or comparable practical experience in satellite or high-reliability integration environments.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in spacecraft or complex hardware integration, with strong understanding of harness installation, MLI application, and subsystem integration workflows.

• Proven expertise in assembly processes, including mechanical alignment, interface checks, and harness routing.

• Deep understanding of aerospace manufacturing standards (e.g., ECSS, IPC, ISO) and cleanroom operations.

• Demonstrated ability to lead technically and provide clear guidance within a production environment.

• Strong problem‑solving skills with experience performing troubleshooting and implementing corrective actions.

• Capable of interpreting and improving engineering drawings, work instructions, and procedures.

• Hands‑on and proactive attitude with high attention to detail and ownership of quality outcomes.

• Experience with Lean / 6S methodologies and process optimization initiatives.

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, capable of working cross‑functionally with AIT, Engineering, and Quality.

• Must be on‑site full time and comfortable operating in a dynamic, high‑paced production environment.

Nice to haves:

• Experience with satellite‑level integration and end‑to‑end assembly flows.

• Familiarity with mechanical tooling, fixtures, and test setups.

• Experience introducing new product designs into production.

• Knowledge of configuration control and traceability practices.

• Familiarity with ERP or MES systems used in production planning.

Application Process

• Recruiter Interview

• Hiring Manager Interview

• Technical Task and Presentation

• Final Interview

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you'll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale‑up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible:

We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the "why" behind decisions.

• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.

• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.

• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.

• Have fun: What we do matters-and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the 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. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

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, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.

Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.