Precision Mechanical AIT Technician for Hypersonic Systems

Hypersonica; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

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Job summary

Hypersonica in London is seeking an experienced AIT Technician to join a small, elite team delivering Europe’s hypersonic capability. You will assemble and integrate mechanical structures, read engineering drawings, and apply torque specifications to ensure high‑quality builds.

Use hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and precision equipment; perform inspections; keep workspaces organized; and collaborate with engineers to resolve fitment issues.

Qualifications

• Experience as a mechanical technician with precision assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and instructions.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and torqueing.
• Strong attention to detail and build quality.
• Comfortable working with complex hardware in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate mechanical structures and subsystems for hypersonic vehicles.
• Assemble components using drawings, work instructions, and torque specs.
• Install mechanical hardware as part of vehicle build.
• Use hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and precision equipment to achieve high-quality builds.
• Perform inspections for fit, alignment, and installation.
• Maintain organized workspaces and tooling.
• Support mechanical testing and integration activities.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve build and fit issues.

Skills

Precision assembly

Read engineering drawings

Torqueing

Workshop tools

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Hand tools

Jigs & fixtures

Torque specifications

Precision equipment

Job description

Hypersonica in London is seeking an experienced AIT Technician to join a small, elite team delivering Europe’s hypersonic capability. You will assemble and integrate mechanical structures, read engineering drawings, and apply torque specifications to ensure high‑quality builds.

Use hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and precision equipment; perform inspections; keep workspaces organized; and collaborate with engineers to resolve fitment issues.