Overview
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Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, quality services and management consulting for digital transformation. We help businesses harness technological change to deliver innovations that gain a competitive advantage and improve lives globally. As part of our support to our customer in the space sector we are seeking Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) Mechanical Technician Technical Leads to join on a permanent or contract basis, to grow within AIT as part of an international company expanding its space capability. The salary/rate is negotiable based on experience and seniority. The role is based at the customer’s facility in Portsmouth and will involve shift work with a premium.
This vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for ambitious individuals to develop and grow their skills within a thriving organisation. The role covers a wide range of mechanical operations/activities across assembly and integration on spacecraft payloads. While specific experience in RF/optical cable routing, and clean room experience is highly sought after, these are not strictly essential. The candidate should demonstrate experience and capability to manage a team to deliver project objectives.
We seek a dynamic individual who sets high standards in the service Expleo provides to customers and understands the importance of achieving results through a motivated and engaged workforce. This area is a growth focus for Expleo, with plans to develop future team leads from within and to expand our space business.
Responsibilities
* Mechanical Technician Technical Leads:Manage the engineering team to ensure deliverables defined in the Statement of Work (SoW) are achieved in terms of time, cost and quality.
* Fully understand project contractual and legislative requirements and cascade these to the team.
* Integrate technical functions of the project team to meet technical requirements.
* Ensure resource capabilities and skill allocation are suitable for the project.
* Oversee and control checking of deliverables and drive continuous process improvement.
* Act as the technical focal point of the team and build strong relationships with customers.
* Collaborate with the team to identify, develop, test and deliver cost-saving initiatives.
* Ensure Task Initiation Forms are complete (technical, schedule and allocated hours) and distributed to team members where appropriate.
* Foster a positive, inclusive environment that values team skills and knowledge and promotes a culture of shared achievement.
* Conduct annual and mid-term appraisals with ongoing constructive feedback.
* Recommend training needs to Head of Business & Chief Engineers to support the project.
* Mechanical Engineering:Utilise work orders in Apriso or EWIS or paper as inputs into the mechanical assembly process.
* Oversee successful installation and integration of Kits of Parts.
* Read and understand 3D drawings and technical notes using Dragonfly or 3DXML.
* Follow procedures and documents containing engineering data (e.g., torque values) as part of the installation process.
* Be aware of COSHH and Risk Assessment documents that support Integration and Assembly activities.
* Tasks:Using customer procedures, the supplier performs:
* Complete receipt, inspection and handling of equipment to the relevant standard.
* Install and ground components/equipment, bond parts, conduct waveguide installation, coaxial cable installation and routing, thermal hardware installation and routing, DC harness routing and connection, and assemble mechanical parts as directed by the customer.
* Ensure procedures are completed and filed as per customer requirements; author reports for anomalies or deviations; ensure all work complies with relevant Quality Standards and passes quality inspections.
Qualifications
* HNC or HND in engineering/maintenance OR an Apprenticeship in Aerospace/Space or another high-quality production field.
Essential Skills
* Experience in leading engineering teams to deliver complex, multi-functional projects.
* Strong engineering background in the listed capabilities.
* Demonstrated experience in a customer-facing engineering role.
Experience
* Experience in a high-quality production environment relating to mechanical assembly.
* Experience in a clean-room environment including FOD/ESD practices.
Benefits
* Collaborative working environment and opportunities to work with clients and peers.
* Opportunities to expand skills through challenging projects and ExpleoAcademy training courses.
* Competitive company benefits and a culture of teamwork and innovation.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Other
Job function
* Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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