Optical AIV Engineer — Spacecraft Assembly & Alignment (Hybrid)

Langham Recruitment; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive Salary

Flexible / hybrid working policies

32 days annual leave + BH

Annual Company Bonus Scheme

Up to 8% employer pension contribution

Life Assurance (6X salary)

Private Health Care

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes

Job summary

Langham Recruitment seeks an Optical AIV Engineer for a spacecraft programme in Guildford. The role involves operating complex GSE to achieve optical alignment and perform performance testing, plus designing smaller setups to assist sub-assemblies. You will bond optics, perform precise alignment checks, and maintain thorough build records.

Ideal candidates have optics familiarity, CAD, Python, and QA/ESD awareness. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Science discipline.
• Hands-on abilities with hand tools and measuring devices.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical parts and adhesives; torquing and cure times.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.
• Must hold, or be willing to undergo, BPSS Clearance.
• Familiarity with optics and alignment/testing methods (Ideal).
• Understanding cleanliness and ESD safety impacts on optical payload (Ideal).
• Python scripting ability (Ideal).
• CAD usage (Ideal).
• MS Project proficiency (Ideal).
• Quality Management knowledge (Ideal).
• Flexible and adaptable; strong communication (Ideal).

Responsibilities

• Operation of complex GSE setups to achieve optical alignment tolerances and perform optical testing (MTF & Radiometry).
• Design & setup of smaller GSE to aid in sub-assembly builds.
• Perform bonding operations of optical components with adhesives.
• Early-stage fit checks and alignment using CMM, DTI, or similar to minimise tolerance stack-ups.
• Investigate and problem-solve build issues and document in Discrepancy Reports.
• Handle and transport flight items and payloads within/between areas.
• Inspect incoming optical components.
• Clean mechanical parts with ultrasonic bath or manually.
• Collaborate with Opto-mechanical workshop for payload assembly and modifications.
• Maintain detailed build activity records with photos and test reports.
• Support with cleanliness and health & safety in work areas.
• Assist Work Package Manager with progress updates and potential scope for budget/schedule responsibilities.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

BPSS Clearance

Optics knowledge

Python scripting

CAD

MS Project

Quality Management

ESD safety

Flexibility/Adaptability

Communication

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Tools

BPSS Clearance tooling

Job description

Langham Recruitment seeks an Optical AIV Engineer for a spacecraft programme in Guildford. The role involves operating complex GSE to achieve optical alignment and perform performance testing, plus designing smaller setups to assist sub-assemblies. You will bond optics, perform precise alignment checks, and maintain thorough build records.

Ideal candidates have optics familiarity, CAD, Python, and QA/ESD awareness. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.