Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space and Satellite sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.
They require an AIV Mechanical Engineer to be directly involved in the assembly, integration, test and launch of their spacecraft.
This is an opportunity to work in a compact and responsive AIV team, with significant freedom to pursue imaginative and cost-effective solutions to engineering test problems.
The company offer hybrid working and flexible hours, and you will join a team of highly talented engineers working on cutting edge technology, in their office and cleanroom facility in Oxford.
Responsibilities for the AIV Mechanical Engineer:
- Leading the delivery of Spacecraft and Mission level Assembly, Integration, and Verification
- AIV Mechanical activities.
- AIV test set-up design, MGSE design, development, and commissioning.
- Create and maintain satellite AIV procedures, plans, workflows, and schedules in accordance with technical and programmatic requirements.
- Work within matrixed project teams, contributing to UK and International missions.
Experience required by the AIV Mechanical Engineer:
- HND or higher education qualifications within mechanical fields.
- 2+ years’ of commercial experience delivering spacecraft or mission-level AIV activities across a range of mission types.
- Knowledge and experience of spacecraft/mission AIV process.
- Technical knowledge/understanding of AIV planning, processes, mechanical GSE development, set-up, operation, and verification of AIT activities.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Opportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse & dynamic international team with cutting edge technology
- Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment
- Hybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements)
- 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday
- Life insurance and long-term sick pay
- Private healthcare