AIT Spacecraft Technician
Core
Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft hardware and subsystems for orbital missions.
Role type
Spacecraft Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) Technician
Builds
Flight and non-flight spacecraft components, harnesses, and subsystems for orbital operations
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Space industry experience, AIT task execution, procedure adherence, test equipment operation, cleanroom practices, troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Environmental test campaign experience, spacecraft electrical interfaces knowledge, ECSS standards familiarity, non-conformance reporting
Technologies
Multimeters, oscilloscopes, torque tools, crimping tools, AIT fixtures
Responsibilities
Perform assembly and integration of spacecraft components and harnesses, execute functional tests and electrical checks, support environmental testing (vibration, thermal-vacuum, EMC), install and terminate harnesses, troubleshoot integration issues, maintain cleanroom discipline, operate specialized test equipment, complete test logs and documentation
Seniority
Mid - Senior