Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer

TekWissen ®; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace and defense is seeking a mid-senior level Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer in Stevenage. The role involves executing and debugging tests on spacecraft systems, collaborating with project stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with cleanroom protocols. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in electrical engineering and practical experience in aerospace systems testing.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft, aerospace, or high-tech systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support test preparation, execution, and debugging activities on spacecraft systems.
• Develop, debug, and execute automated test procedures.
• Prepare test documentation including reports and procedures.

Skills

Experience with spacecraft systems testing

Knowledge of Central Checkout System (CCS)

Proficient in scripting (bash, C, Java, Python)

Competence in using electrical test equipment

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Related field experience

Tools

Central Checkout System (CCS)

TMTC Databases

Job description

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Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider throughout the UK, Europe and many other countries in the world. Client, a global leader in aerospace, defense, and space. With major operations in the UK, Client is at the forefront of innovation in aviation and technology. With operations in commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense systems, and space exploration, Client employs over 130,000 people worldwide.

Job Title: Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer

Work Type: Onsite

Job Description :

• We are seeking an experienced Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer to support test preparation, execution, and debugging activities on spacecraft systems during ambient and environmental test campaigns. This position involves close collaboration with project stakeholders, contributing to reviews and resolving non-conformances.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret test specifications and define test solutions
• Develop, debug, and execute automated test procedures using CCS (Central Checkout System)
• Provide first-line support for test teams and fault investigations
• Participate in Test Readiness Reviews, Post Test Reviews, and NRBs (Non-Conformance Review Boards)
• Prepare test documentation including reports and procedures
• Support functional and performance testing during environmental phases (TVAC, EMC, magnetic)
• Ensure adherence to cleanroom protocols and company standards

Preferred Industry Background

• Space
• Aerospace
• Communications
• High-Tech Manufacturing

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft, aerospace, or high-tech systems engineering

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience with spacecraft systems testing and debugging
• Hands-on with Central Checkout System (CCS), ideally with knowledge of Elisa and Java
• Familiar with TMTC Databases and Spacecraft Subsystems (e.g. 1553, SpaceWire, AOCS, FDIR)
• Proficient in scripting (bash, C, Java, Python, TCL, or VBA preferred)
• Competence in using electrical test equipment (e.g. DMM, oscilloscopes, data bus analyzers)
• Background in fault investigation and environmental test campaigns
• Experience preparing test documentation and supporting test reviews

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Airlines and Aviation

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