Lead AIT Engineer

Overview:

Joining the AIT team of a key client in the UK, the Lead AIT Engineer is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of spacecraft and payload Assembly, Integration \& Test (AIT) and Environmental Verification Test (EVT) activities during the mission ground test phase.
As a core member of the project team, the role ensures the successful integration, verification, and delivery of fully tested systems through in\-house and external test campaigns.
Responsibilities:

• Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of AIT and EVT activities across all system levels


• Work as part of the core project team alongside Project Manager, AIT Manager, and Systems Engineer


• Manage and coordinate test operators and engineers, including deputising where required


• Define and coordinate AIT support equipment (EGSE, MGSE, and test hardware)


• Develop and implement integration, verification, and test strategies aligned to system requirements


• Produce and maintain test plans, procedures, and documentation with full traceability


• Oversee and support system\-level integration and testing activities


• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality processes, and safety practices


• Maintain safe, efficient, and organised cleanroom operations


• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle


• Support bid and proposal activities as required


• Contribute to ground segment commissioning and LEOP activities


• Deliver training and technical guidance to internal teams and customer engineers


• Present technical progress and outcomes at design and project reviews

Qualifications:

• Degree, HND, or HNC in Engineering or a Science discipline

Essential skills:

• Strong leadership and team management capability in technical environments


• Proven hands\-on experience in spacecraft or complex system integration and testing


• Ability to plan and deliver complex technical activities or work packages


• Strong problem\-solving skills with a proactive, ownership\-driven approach


• Solid understanding of verification and validation principles


• High attention to detail with a strong quality focus


• Excellent communication and presentation skills


• Ability to work independently and make sound engineering decisions


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Project


• Flexible approach with willingness to support demanding schedules and travel

Desired skills:

• Experience with EGSE systems, including scripting or operation


• Knowledge of spaceflight materials and processes


• Familiarity with RF or communications systems


• Experience using electronic test and measurement equipment


• Previous involvement in LEOP or commissioning activities

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience delivering system\-level integration and test activities on spaceflight or similarly complex hardware


• Proven background in test planning, coordination, and execution across project phases


• Experience leading or managing engineering teams in fast\-paced environments


• Broad engineering knowledge with a strong grounding in electrical or electronic systems

What do I need before I apply:

• This role requires on\-site customer support 5 days per week in the Guildford area.

Benefits:

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges


• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects


• Expleo Academy \- enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses


• Competitive company benefits


• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo


• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

+ Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
+ Communicating and promoting vacancies
+ Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
+ Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
+ Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their 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

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