Optical AIT Engineer
Core
Hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of satellite subsystems and optical payloads in cleanroom environments.
Role type
Senior IC AIT Engineer (Optical Systems)
Builds
Satellite bus and optical payload integration for sovereign intelligence constellations
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Manufacturing / Optomechanics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
optical systems integration and alignment, optical metrology, cleanroom hardware handling, root cause analysis, process planning, system-level troubleshooting
Preferred skills
environmental testing support, external supplier management, lean manufacturing experience
Technologies
interferometers, collimators, optical benches, MTF setups, MES systems
Responsibilities
Execute assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) of satellite subsystems and optical payloads; Perform optical alignment activities (focus, tilt, centering, boresight); Conduct hands-on inspection and verification in cleanrooms; Identify and resolve non-conformances; Define and execute test and verification activities; Interface with optical, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams; Support setup of tooling, fixtures, and test setups
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC