Space Test Technician & Calibration Specialist

ATG Europe; Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ATG Europe seeks a Mechanical Test Technician to support the ESA Test Centre in Noordwijk, NL. You will assist in planning and executing test campaigns, configure instruments, and ensure safety and compliance across activities.

You will analyse data, prepare calibration certificates and reports, and coordinate with internal teams and external service providers for ongoing maintenance and test readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field required or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in lab testing, calibration, maintenance, or operations.
• Experience in clean-room environments and ISO 14644 familiarity considered a plus.
• Ability to produce technical documentation and calibration records.
• Strong data analysis and measurement interpretation skills.
• Experience coordinating with internal and external service providers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute test campaigns in laboratory and test centre facilities.
• Assess testing feasibility and define suitable test configurations.
• Conduct FoV assessments and select appropriate test equipment and instrumentation.
• Configure and install test equipment with engineering teams and service providers.
• Coordinate resources, logistics, and shift plans for testing activities.
• Act as Test Engineer during test execution, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Support TVAC, high-speed recording, and measurement campaigns in lab environments.
• Process and interpret measurement data and infrared imagery.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Coordinate calibration and maintenance activities with external vendors.
• Maintain equipment inventory and calibration certificates in the system.

Skills

Test campaign planning

Test configuration assessment

FoV assessments

Instrumentation setup

Data analysis

Technical documentation

Calibration coordination

Equipment logistics

Interdisciplinary collaboration

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation, Physics, Aerospace, or a related technical field

Tools

Infor EAM

Job description

ATG Europe seeks a Mechanical Test Technician to support the ESA Test Centre in Noordwijk, NL. You will assist in planning and executing test campaigns, configure instruments, and ensure safety and compliance across activities.

You will analyse data, prepare calibration certificates and reports, and coordinate with internal teams and external service providers for ongoing maintenance and test readiness.