AIT Technician

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.