Lead AIT Engineer (Satellite)

Lead AIT Engineer – Space & Satellite | Reading | £65,000–£80,000 + Benefits Are you an experienced Lead AIT Engineer looking to play a key role in the future of space technology?We're partnering with an innovative space and satellite company in Reading to recruit a permanent Lead AIT Engineer . This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) programme for cutting-edge gridded-ion propulsion systems and satellite platforms , taking projects from engineering model through to flight acceptance.The Role As Lead AIT Engineer, you'll take ownership of the complete AIT lifecycle, including:Defining and implementing the AIT strategyLeading spacecraft and thruster assembly, integration and test activitiesManaging environmental qualification campaigns, including TVac, vibration and EMC testingDriving hardware integration through to flight acceptanceEnsuring quality and compliance through ECSS-compliant procedures, NCR management, hardware traceability, calibration and QMS activitiesWhat We're Looking For We're keen to speak with engineers who have:Proven experience in satellite, spacecraft or other high-reliability AIT environmentsA strong understanding of ECSS standards and environmental qualification testingExperience delivering flight hardwarePrevious leadership or programme-level AIT experienceExperience with small satellites , electric propulsion , or advanced spacecraft programmes would be highly advantageous.What's on Offer Competitive salary of £65,000–£80,000Comprehensive benefits packageRelocation support availableVisa sponsorship for eligible candidatesThe opportunity to work on next-generation space technology with a highly innovative organisationIf you're ready to take the lead on exciting space missions and make a real impact within a growing aerospace business, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ