Precision Optical Payload AIV Engineer

Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL); Guildford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SSTL in Guildford, Surrey, seeks an engineer to support the delivery of next‑generation optical payloads through assembly, integration and verification within a cleanroom environment.

You will work with precision equipment to align components, bond optics, and perform tests while maintaining detailed build records and coordinating with the optical workshop. A degree in engineering or science, hands‑on skills, and BPSS clearance are essential.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or Science discipline.
• Practical and hands‑on abilities, including use of hand tools and measuring devices.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.
• Clear and effective communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Must hold, or be willing to undergo, BPSS Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate GSE to achieve optical alignment tolerances and perform optical testing (MTF & Radiometry).
• Design & setup of smaller GSE for sub-assemblies.
• Perform bonding operations of optical components with adhesives.
• Early-stage fit checks and alignment using CMM, DTI clocking, to minimise tolerance stack-ups.
• Record build issues and outcomes in Discrepancy Reports and maintain detailed build records.

Skills

Cleanroom experience

Hands-on assembly

Planning & organization

Communication skills

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Tools

CMM

Hexapods

Autocollimators

Interferometers

Motorised stages

Job description

SSTL in Guildford, Surrey, seeks an engineer to support the delivery of next‑generation optical payloads through assembly, integration and verification within a cleanroom environment.

You will work with precision equipment to align components, bond optics, and perform tests while maintaining detailed build records and coordinating with the optical workshop. A degree in engineering or science, hands‑on skills, and BPSS clearance are essential.