Holt Executive are supporting a global leader in space technology development.
Our client specialises in crafting satellite structures and propulsion systems, as well as world-leading digital processed payloads.
Our client is seeking a passionate AIT Lead Engineer (Contract) to play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between engineering and manufacturing by championing AIT standards.
The successful AIT Lead Engineer (Contract) will be responsible for ensuring seamless communication, robust processes, and a high-performing team, ultimately contributing to the overall mission's success.
Rates:
£34.02 per Hour PAYE
£45.00 Per Hour Outside IR35/Umbrella 
Key Responsibilities for the AIT Lead Engineer (Contract):
- Take ownership of the spacecraft's mechanical elements, to guide the mechanical team through the entire ENS project lifecycle, navigating phases A through E with expertise and leadership.
- Direct a team of skilled AIT Engineers on the specific project. 
- Develop and implement weekly schedules for the mechanical and operations teams to drive efficient project progression.
- Produce specifications from test requirements, write test plans, DDV plans, AIT plans, test procedures and test reports.
- Control all project MGSE, flight and support equipment.
- Produce MGSE requirement specs from test requirements, operate and maintain MGSE.
- Produce test procedures and operate and maintain optical alignment equipment.
- Design test equipment and oversee its manufacture and commissioning.
- Mechanical handling of spacecraft, instruments, payloads, solar arrays, antennas etc
- Prepare and carry out environmental tests (Vibration, Acoustic, Mass properties, Thermal) at unit, subsystem, instrument, and spacecraft levels.
- Install and validate test instrumentation.
- Support propulsion testing
- Handling and installation of thermal hardware
- Oversee the mechanical integration and testing of a wide range of flight hardware, including electronic units, subsystems, instruments, mechanisms, antennas, solar arrays, sub-systems, payloads, and spacecraft, while ensuring meticulous documentation throughout the process.
- Pyrotechnic handling, installation, and safety.
- Be able to travel overseas to work for short periods.
Key Skills & Experience for the AIT Lead Engineer (Contract) :
- Relevant engineering experience.
- Profound understanding of the intricacies involved in satellite integration and the approach to project phases.
- Proficient user experience of SAP or other ERP systems.
- Comprehensive understanding of build documentation and the role it plays in ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Experienced in leading and managing a team during day-to-day activities to deliver results on time and within budget.
- Spacecraft Mechanical testing on prime projects is essential.
- Experienced in the production of MGSE specs and operation of MGSE and flight HW.
- Experienced in producing high-quality documentation such as test specs, test plans, test procedures, AIT plans and DDV plans.
If your skills and experience match this AIT Lead Engineer (Contract) opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com