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.

\n What you'll be doing

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• Lead AIT activities for on-board processor hardware
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• Integrate digital payload equipment and supporting EGSE
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• Perform functional, performance and interface verification
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• Support thermal vacuum, vibration, EMC/EMI and environmental testing
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• Develop and maintain integration procedures and test documentation
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• Commission and validate electrical ground support equipment
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• Investigate non-conformances and support engineering reviews
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• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership
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\n What we're looking for

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• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Aerospace or similar Engineering discipline
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• Experience in Assembly, Integration & Test of complex electronic or space hardware
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• Strong understanding of digital electronics, FPGA systems and embedded hardware
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• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers and laboratory equipment
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• Python scripting experience
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• Linux and Windows experience
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• Excellent communication skills with experience working across multidisciplinary teams
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\n Desirable

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• Satellite payload experience
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• GEO, MEO or LEO programmes
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• Ka, Ku or X-band payloads
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• Digital transparent processors
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• Software-defined payloads
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• Spacecraft environmental testing
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\n 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)

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