Senior AIT On-Board Processor Engineer

Senior AIT On-Board Processor Engineer

Harwell / Stevenage | Hybrid

Join an innovative space engineering organisation helping deliver next-generation satellite communications and payload technologies.

We're looking for a Senior Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) Engineer to lead the integration and verification of advanced on-board processor hardware used in cutting-edge satellite payloads.

This is an opportunity to work on complex spaceflight hardware from integration through qualification, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams on high-profile programmes.

What you'll be doing

Lead AIT activities for on-board processor hardware

Integrate digital payload equipment and supporting EGSE

Perform functional, performance and interface verification

Support thermal vacuum, vibration, EMC/EMI and environmental testing

Develop and maintain integration procedures and test documentation

Commission and validate electrical ground support equipment

Investigate non-conformances and support engineering reviews

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

What we're looking for

Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Aerospace or similar Engineering discipline

Experience in Assembly, Integration & Test of complex electronic or space hardware

Strong understanding of digital electronics, FPGA systems and embedded hardware

Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers and laboratory equipment

Python scripting experience

Linux and Windows experience

Excellent communication skills with experience working across multidisciplinary teams

Desirable

Satellite payload experience

GEO, MEO or LEO programmes

Ka, Ku or X-band payloads

Digital transparent processors

Software-defined payloads

Spacecraft environmental testing

If you're passionate about space technology and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you. (t . kumar @ io associates . co . uk)