Electrical Technician - UK/Shetlands Verified today
About Rocket Factory Augsburg
Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) builds low-cost, flexible, and reliable small launch vehicles to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. We are establishing the UK's first vertical launch site on the Shetland Islands.
The Role
We are looking for an Electrical Technician to join our international team at our Shetland launch site. You will lead construction, installation, commissioning and maintenance of electrical systems at the launch complex. You have the choice of being based permanently at Unst or working on a rotation pattern. You may travel to other RFA sites across Europe as needed.
Your Responsibilities
- Installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment
- Perform LOTO (lockout-tagout) to ensure safe isolation and verification of zero energy state
- Troubleshoot new and existing electrical systems, including machinery
- Perform preventative repair and maintenance of electrical systems, devices, and equipment
- Install electrical wiring and components to design and code specifications
- Install and maintain power distribution across the launch site
- Perform electrical installation and wiring of building facilities
- Perform control cabinet wiring and commissioning
- Carry out light fabrication and machining using common hand and power tools
Your Qualifications
- ECS gold card (Installation Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Fitter, Wireman/Panel Builder)
- Previous experience in commercial or industrial electrical environment
- Experience and good understanding of instrumentation and control systems
- Experience with IT/data systems and equipment
- Ability to follow detailed electrical schematics
- Understanding of fluid systems (pneumatic, cryogenics, hydraulics)
- Experience in maintenance and repair of UPS systems
- Experience with LABVIEW, C++, structured text, ladder logic
- Experience with National Instruments and Beckhoff hardware
- MEWP (mobile elevated work platform) and forklift license
- Experience on UK construction projects
- CSCS green card (desirable)
We Offer
- Atmosphere: Experience life in an international and dynamic New Space start-up
- Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
- Health: EGYM Wellpass fitness and wellness access
- Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days
- RFA Family: Join regular company and team events
- Parking: Free parking for car and bike
Join RFA and help build one of Europe's most efficient launch systems. Work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries and take ownership from day one.