Satellite AIT Technician Verified today
About the role
Join Spire Global's satellite manufacturing team in Munich to build, test and prepare nano-satellites for launch. As a MAIT (Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration and Test) Technician, you'll define and execute the processes required to assemble and test spacecraft in our purpose-built facility.
We need proactive team players with a growth mindset, unwavering attention to detail, and an unbending focus on quality. The role suits experienced technicians or anyone with a passion for learning and starting a career in space.
Key responsibilities
- PCBA and mechanical part inspection
- Perform soldering tasks on surface mount components and PCBAs
- Sub-assembly electro-mechanical assembly and test
- Satellite assembly and integrated test
- Setup and execute environmental testing
- Accurate completion of all quality documentation
- Provide design feedback to engineering
- Provide production improvements based on bottleneck analysis
- Investigation reporting and failure analysis to component level
- Lab and cleanroom housekeeping
- Travel to customer facilities for operations
Key performance indicators
- Complete 100% of assigned work packages in accordance with quality procedures
- 95% schedule adherence: complete assigned tasks within planned timelines
- 100% procedure compliance: follow work instructions, test procedures and quality processes
Basic qualifications
- 2+ years' experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or cleanroom environment
- Relevant technical education or training in electronic or electrical engineering, or equivalent
- SVQ Level 3 in electronic or electrical engineering, or equivalent
- Fluent or business-level English (main working language)
Preferred skills and attributes
- IPC or J-standard qualified for surface mount component placement and rework skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-tech environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team