Senior AIT Technician - Space Industry
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
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
* BPSS security clearance required (right to work, ID, employment history, basic DBS)
Additional Information: This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting‑edge space programmes within a growing UK‑based team.
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