Spacecraft Production Facility Manager

Spacecraft Production Facility Manager | Guildford | Competitive salary strong package Responsible for the management and efficient running of the AIT Cleanroom and bridges ensuring that cleanroom areas are set up and maintained to a suitable standard to enable safe working on multiple spacecraft missions. This is a key role in supporting the AIT team to ensure Spacecraft Production schedules and delivery are met within a safe and professional working environment. Key TasksCo-ordinate logistics of: Management and maintenance of loading bay, Cleanroom, bridges and AIT containers Spacecraft thermal chamber use Planned maintenance co-ordination with SSTL facilities team and AIT users Ensure there is no conflict of work Ensure all outside contractors are supervised & aware of Cleanroom procedures Allocation and maintenance of storage areas for flight hardware Transfer of equipment to & from offsite storage Inventory of all AIT equipment Efficient management of storage – disposal of obsolete equipment Allocation of EGSE Maintenance of Cleanroom tools, equipment and consumables: Co-ordinate: Movements in and around Cleanroom and through the loading bay Test equipment calibration Torque tool calibration Lifting equipment inspections Onsite service & repair of AIT non plant installations Point of contact for: Lifting equipment inspections Facility servicing and maintenance Checking & maintaining: ESD protection & equipment Toolkit levels at beginning and end of project Storage of toolkits not allocated to project Monitor & replenish clean room consumables Set up & Allocation of bays: Ensure bays are kept tidy by projects during and after use Health & Safety oversight and monitoring: Maintain AIT access list for all AIT areas and provide induction training Maintain COSHH and other health & safety records Maintain AIT lifting and handling equipment Ensure work areas are safe and tidy Ensure best working practices are followed in Cleanroom Key Tasks cont.Logistical services: Generate and maintain AIT Cleanroom processes where required Order AIT non flight equipment when required Load/Unload AIT equipment using forklift truck Perform small mechanical construction tasks Generate and maintain various logs required Ensure appropriate training for users of the Cleanroom and enforcement of practices and procedures. Where necessary maintain / develop processes where they do not exist. PERSON SPECIFICATION Previous Experience Relevant experience working within a Cleanroom or engineering laboratory environment preferrable Electrical lab technician, wireman or mechanical apprenticeship would be useful Experience with general machine shop tooling would be useful Maintaining risk assessments within a manufacturing environment Working with COSHH, Lifting Equipment, Pressure Systems and Gas Safety Regulations Planning, schedule and budgeting experience What’s in it for you? Highly competitive Salary. Flexible working policies. 32 days annual leave BH. Annual Company Bonus Scheme. Up to 8% employer pension contribution. Life Assurance (6X salary). Private Health Care. Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave. Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes.