Who are you? 

As an AIT Engineer, you will have knowledge and experience of producing test procedures for subsystem and system level tests and to carry out the various tests, familiar with the use of various test equipment and be educated to at least Level 6 qualification level (bachelor's degree, apprenticeship degree, NVQ level 6 or similar) in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline; 

Experience in some of the following areas is required: 

• Systems Engineering on a small satellite programme, preferably across the full project lifecycle; 
• Technical delivery of complex systems, software and/or electronic hardware; 
• Spacecraft AIT and/or operations; 
• Delivery of space technology and/or space mission studies or R&D projects; 
• Technical pre-sales support during bid activity; 
• Working in and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams; 
• Interfacing to external clients; 
• Reporting project progress to internal stakeholders; 
• Working with suppliers; 
• Following processes; 
• Knowledge of Space Standards (i.e. ECSS); 
• Knowledge of UK Space Industry. 

Skills: 

• Proficient in use of appropriate technical modelling tools (for example MatLab; STK and/or others such as CAD software packages); 
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project); 
• Proficient in general programming, e.g. Python, Java, C/C++ 
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal; 

What will you be doing here? 

This is an exciting role which will suit an enthusiastic, self-starting individual who is happy to work on a range of activities to support the testing of spacecraft and spacecraft equipment.  The successful individual will enjoy working as part of a team, will be keen to learn a variety of skills and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.  It will require someone who takes pride in their work, maintains a high level of professionalism and is capable of problem-solving and seeing ideas through to conclusion. 

While the primary responsibilities of the role lie in spacecraft testing, the role will involve elements of design work and require some bid support and other reasonable responsibilities as required by the business.  You will be actively encouraged to maintain a current interest in space industry developments and will be encouraged to identify business/technology promotion opportunities. 

 
Responsibilities will include: 

• Working as part of project teams to support mission/service delivery; 
• Producing test and verification plans for the various stages of development; 
• Planning and performing functional, electrical, mechanical and environmental tests at subsystem and spacecraft level; 
• Collaboration with project managers to provide inputs to schedules; risk management plans; budget management and other project artefacts as required; 
• Supporting spacecraft operations. 
• Supporting the department in all operational activities involved with running the In-Space laboratory, clean room and build/test areas in accordance with the In-Space quality system; 
• Acceptance of spacecraft hardware (platform and payload); 
• Test system assembly; 
• Subsystem and full spacecraft verification; 
• Managing the availability of test equipment (MGSE/EGSE) between different projects; 

About In-Space Missions   

 In-Space Missions (ISM) are world class experts who design, build and operate space missions for global customers from our UK site. We also offer ‘Space as a Service’ by flying customer payloads on our spacecraft and by providing customers the ability to upload digital applications to operate on our hardware. ISM was founded in 2015 and has grown to comprise approximately 100 staff. The company was acquired by BAE Systems in 2021 and operates from offices and satellite cleanrooms located in Alton, Hampshire in the UK. 

Culture   

We have a close-knit and supportive team, with diversity and inclusion being a key to our success. Although we are looking to rapidly expand our team, we are passionate about maintaining our small company ethos, something which is at the heart of our culture. We welcome varying backgrounds, skills, perspectives and life experiences.  Here at In-Space Missions we are embracing Hybrid Working. Wherever possible, we offer flexible working arrangements to allow us to balance our work and personal life more effectively. 

 
What can we offer you?   

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, 10% Non-Contributory Pension with the option for additional salary sacrifice, free onsite parking, access to BAE Share Incentive Plan, Income protection, 3 x salary life assurance policy, discounted shopping and much more 
• Work / Life Balance: 37.5 hour week, hybrid working options, flexible working around core hours, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays  
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan along with access to BAE’s E-learning courses 
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Scheme with AXA Healthcare (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), travel insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, eye tests 

Recruitment Process   

If you’ve been shortlisted for the role, our Recruitment team will reach out to schedule a 1st stage Teams interview with you.  

We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible so if you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Additionally, if you don’t meet all of the criteria please still apply. We really enjoy meeting diverse people who might bring a fresh perspective on a problem we need to solve!   

Unfortunately, we do not offer sponsorship. Please be aware that many roles working for In-Space Missions will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the company.