AIT Technician: Build Orbit-Ready Satellites in Cleanroom

Entrepreneur First; Viseu; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Cosmos in Coimbra, Portugal is seeking an AIT Technician to join the CTO's AIT team. You will physically build our satellites, from assembly to launch integration, ensuring readiness for orbital performance.

You'll work hands-on in cleanroom environments, collaborating with engineers across disciplines. If you're meticulous, curious, and eager to see your work reach orbit, this is your chance to contribute to space missions.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical assembly for precision work.
• Proficient soldering and building electrical harnesses to high standards.
• Familiarity with cleanroom practices and ESD safety.
• Proactive, organized, and team‑oriented with a willingness to learn.
• Able to work hands‑on in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Physically build satellites from assembly to launch integration.
• Ensure satellite readiness for orbital operation through meticulous assembly.
• Work in cleanroom environments and collaborate with engineers across disciplines.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Soldering

Crimping

ECSD safety / cleanroom

Job description

Open Cosmos in Coimbra, Portugal is seeking an AIT Technician to join the CTO's AIT team. You will physically build our satellites, from assembly to launch integration, ensuring readiness for orbital performance.

You'll work hands-on in cleanroom environments, collaborating with engineers across disciplines. If you're meticulous, curious, and eager to see your work reach orbit, this is your chance to contribute to space missions.