AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) Technician

Open Cosmos; Eastleigh, Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in satellite data solutions is looking for an AIT Technician to contribute to manufacturing satellite subsystems. The role involves ensuring quality standards and documentation, while also supporting prototyping and modifications. Ideal candidates will have experience in PCB inspection and harness fabrication, and be comfortable working in a clean room environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to inspect PCB assemblies to ECSS standards.
• Proficiency in harness fabrication conforming to ECSS/IPC-620 standards.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture subsystems and harnesses for satellite integration.
• Support prototyping and modifications of electronics boards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactive Mindset

Job description

AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) Technician

Location: Harwell, UK

Company: Open Cosmos

About Us

Open Cosmos is dedicated to solving customer problems with insights from space. We provide satellite data for monitoring agricultural yields, assessing oil spill damages, and offering navigation solutions, believing that satellite data is the most effective and sustainable method for these applications.

Role Overview

We are seeking an AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) Technician to join our team. You will be involved in manufacturing satellite subsystems and harnesses, supporting prototyping and electronics modifications, and ensuring quality and documentation standards are met. The role may require travel to other locations to support workload demands.

Responsibilities

1. Manufacture subsystems and harnesses for satellite integration.
2. Support prototyping and modifications of electronics boards and harnesses.
3. Travel to other locations as needed to support workload.
4. Maintain quality standards and proper documentation throughout all stages.
5. Collaborate with R&D and AIT departments.

Candidate Requirements

• Ability to meticulously inspect PCB assemblies to ECSS standards.
• Proficiency in harness fabrication conforming to ECSS/IPC-620 standards.
• Experience in crimping and soldering various connectors, including M80/G125, Micro-D, and Nano-D, for standard and shielded cables.
• Comfort with using soldering irons, PCA heaters, and hot air rework stations.
• Understanding of clean room environment practices.
• Proactive and curious mindset, seeking continuous improvement.