Satellite AIT EGSE Engineer

iO Associates; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence innovator seeks a skilled Satellite AIT EGSE Engineer for a contract role until December 2025 at their Stevenage site. This position offers a unique chance to contribute to advanced space systems while working within a dynamic team. Candidates must have SC clearance and relevant experience, particularly in RF test systems and scripting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or 5+ years of hands-on experience.
• Strong knowledge of RF/electronic test systems (Mil-1553, CAN, ATE).
• Proficient in scripting (bash, Python).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve faults down to board/component level.
• Administer and maintain Windows/Linux systems and networks.
• Design, review, and support test specifications.

Skills

RF/electronic test systems knowledge

Scripting (bash, Python)

Lab test equipment usage

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

5+ years of hands-on experience

Job description

Position: Satellite AIT EGSE Engineer

Pay rate: £45.00 p/h inside IR35.

location: Stevenage

Role Type: Contract until Dec 2025 with an extension

Position: Onsite

Imp: NEED SC Clearance

iO Associates is looking for a skilled Satellite AIT EGSE Engineer to join one of the world's leading aerospace and defence innovators at their Stevenage site. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space systems and support major satellite testing campaigns within a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and resolve faults down to board/component level
• Administer and maintain Windows/Linux systems and networks
• Design, review, and support test specifications and EGSE documentation
• Participate in overseas environmental and launch test campaigns

Required Skills:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or 5+ years of hands-on experience
• Strong knowledge of RF/electronic test systems and interfaces (Mil-1553, CAN, ATE)
• Proficient in scripting (bash, Python) and use of lab test equipment

This is a contract role until December 2025, with a high likelihood of extension.

Active SC clearance is essential.

Interested? Send your updated CV to to explore this opportunity!