R&D Technician

Archangel Lightworks; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A connectivity start-up in Oxford is seeking an electrical and mechanical technician to join their engineering team. You will work on cutting-edge laser communications technology, assisting in the assembly and testing of electrical and optical systems. Ideal candidates should have strong assembly skills and a proactive approach, with opportunities for hybrid work arrangements. Competitive perks and a supportive team culture are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Equity options

Annual team retreat

Training resources investment

Learning and wellbeing app subscriptions

Qualifications

• Strong electro-mechanical assembly experience.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, ability to problem-solve.
• Willingness to work hands-on in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test electrical and mechanical systems.
• Support physical build of high-precision optical equipment.
• Ensure quality and documentation of build processes.

Skills

Electro-mechanical assembly

Soldering

Wiring

Mechanical build

Collaboration

Tools

CAD tools

SolidWorks

RapidHarness

Job description

Overview

Archangel Lightworks is a connectivity company building wireless technology to create the space-enabled networks of the future. We’re passionate about improving humanity’s communications infrastructure and solving some of Earth’s most critical problems from economic inclusion to climate change. Our start-up is a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can make your mark as part of a growing team and work on the cutting-edge of innovation.

We’re looking for an electrical and mechanical technician to join our experienced engineering team and deliver transformative laser communications technology. You will support the production and build of our optical communications technology. In this role, you will work closely with our engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Assembly, Integration and Test of Electrical, Mechanical, Optical systems for prototypes and products.
• Support the physical build of high-precision optical equipment, harnessing for electrical systems and assembly of mechanical systems.
• Ensuring quality and documentation of build processes.
• Manufacturing and assembly of mechanical parts.
• 3D Printing of parts.
• Acceptance testing of outsourced parts.
• Ordering and managing outsourced components.
• Maintaining configuration control.
• Collaboration with the engineering team to improve manufacturing processes and resolve technical challenges.
• Harnessing: Building prototype harnesses and acceptance testing for outsourced parts.
• Supporting in-field maintenance.
• Supporting deployment and installation of new systems.

Requirements

• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to work independently and problem-solve.
• Strong electro-mechanical assembly experience, including soldering, wiring, and mechanical build.
• Willingness to work hands on in a lab environment.
• Willingness to travel abroad.

Desirable additional skills

• Experience working with optics.
• Experience completing an apprenticeship programme.
• Experience working with CAD tools like SolidWorks, RapidHarness.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic PCB layout.

Location

Our office is based in Osney Mead, Oxford. This is an on-site role. You may be required to travel for business as needed.

Compensation & Perks

• The opportunity to make a difference building cutting edge technology to support a world-changing vision
• Options for hybrid working and custom arrangements that matter to you
• 25 days annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
• Equity options in a growing start-up
• Investment in you to help you grow, with training resources and budget
• Supportive team culture with high levels of ownership and responsibility
• Annual team retreat, regular socials and weekly team lunch
• Variety of additional perks including learning and wellbeing app subscriptions.