Senior AIT Technician - Space Industry
Location: Oxfordshire
Type: Contract, On site
Contract Type: Inside IR35
An established space industry organisation is seeking a Senior AIT Technician to support the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced space hardware.
Key Responsibilities:
- Mechanical and electrical assembly and integration
- Wiring, cable harnessing, soldering, and rework
- Reading and working from technical drawings and schematics
- Testing, fault-finding, and issue troubleshooting
- Completing technical documentation and test records
- Maintaining cleanroom and ESD-safe working environments
- Supporting continuous improvement activities
Requirements:
- ONC/HNC/NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent experience) in Engineering
- 5-10 years' experience in assembly, integration, or test (aerospace, space, defence, or electronics preferred)
- Strong hands-on electrical skills
- Ability to work independently with high attention to detail
- Knowledge of ESD, cleanroom, and health & safety practices
- Fibre optics experience desirable
Additional Information:
- BPSS security clearance required (right to work, ID, employment history, basic DBS)
This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge space programmes within a growing UK-based team.
