Overview
As part of our continued support to our client in the space industry we are looking for an Electrical Technician with experience in Manufacturing Assembly, Integration & Test (MAIT). The Electrical Technician will work alongside subject matter experts in a dynamic and growth-focused Space business. The role involves preparing electrical components that meet high quality standards in line with production procedures and processes. The MAIT team will work on spacecraft critical components to produce items conforming to quality requirements and delivered to schedule in line with the production plan. Specific experience in RF and optical cable routing and assembly, and clean room experience, while not essential, is highly desirable. The roles are based at our customer’s facility in Stevenage and can be offered on a permanent or contract (Inside IR35) basis. Salary/rate is negotiable based on experience and seniority. A shift basis (early and late) with a premium applies.
Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, quality services and management consulting for digital transformation. We help businesses harness unrelenting technological change to successfully deliver innovations that contribute to competitive advantage and improve lives globally.
Responsibilities
The Electrical MAIT Engineer will perform, but is not limited to, activities centered on provision of satellite/satellite payloads:
* Ability to read and work to shop floor documents such as routings, drawings, work instructions and BOMs
* Responsible for working to and complying with ESA standards, processes and H&S requirements
* Work to the required process standard as dictated by the relevant area skills matrix
* Responsible for completion of paperwork relating to operations undertaken, including traceability
* Online harness routing, crimping and connector population in line with space industry standards
* Pre-installation electrical checks
* Inspection capabilities to check crimps and harness routing
* Mechanical and electrical integration of equipment/hardware
* Working on space hardware
* Work within a flexible, motivated team working to tight schedules and meeting critical deadlines
* Play an active part in continuous improvement plans
* Candidates may be asked to temporarily follow equipment to other UK sites and may have opportunities to work abroad
Qualifications
* ESA Qualified Electrical Technician is preferred; however other electrical qualifications will be considered
* Time served apprentice is desirable but not essential
Essential Skills
* Knowledge of crimping, splicing, wiring, harness manufacture, harness forming, thermal installation, all to ESA Electrical standards
* Ability to follow shop documentation such as bill of materials, drawings, work instructions, processes and procedures
* Pre-installation electrical checks
* Inspection capabilities to check crimps and harness routing
* Strong electrical knowledge and technical understanding
Desired Skills
* Detail fit (rivets/inserts)
* Panel edge taping
* Panel edge trimming
* MLI installation (thermal blanket)
* Bracket and Tybase bonding
* Bracket installations
* Electrical grounding
Experience
* Candidates must have at least 18 months electrical experience post any training period
* Experience in a high-quality production environment relating to electrical assembly
* Experience working in a clean-room environment including FOD/ESD practices
What Do I Need Before I Apply
* Ability/willingness to work within the Stevenage area full time
* Ability/willingness to support shift working (two shifts 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00) for which a shift premium is payable (x1.2)
Benefits
* Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and peers through good times and challenges
* Opportunity to expand skills by working on inspiring projects
* ExpleoAcademy – enables you to acquire and develop the right skills via accredited training courses
* Competitive company benefits
* Team-oriented culture with emphasis on innovation
Equal Opportunity 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
* Entry level
Employment type
* Other
Job function
* Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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