Mechanical Engineers/Technicians - AIT

New Yesterday

Responsibilities

  • Mechanical Engineering:Utilise Work orders on Apriso or EWIS or paper as an input into the mechanical assembly processWork with and be responsible for the successful installation and integration of Kits of partsRead and understand 3D Drawings and technical notes using Dragonfly or 3DXMLutilise procedures and documents containing engineering data torque values as part of the mechanical installation process.Be aware of COSHH and Risk Assessment Documents that support Integration and Assembly activities
  • Using customer procedures, the supplier performs the following:Complete Receipt, inspection and handling of equipment to the relevant standard.Complete component / equipment installation and groundingComplete Bonding of partsConduct Waveguide installation.Carry out Coaxial cable installation and routingCarry out Thermal hardware installation and routing,Carry out DC Harness routing and connection.Assemble Mechanical parts as directed by the customer.Ensure Procedures completed and filled IAW customer requirementsAuthor reports, in cases of an anomaly or a deviation.Ensure all work completed complies with relevant Quality Standards, ensuring Quality inspection passed

    Support in the creation of documentation required for work instructions, and procedures

    Support the definition of MGSE for use on the Satellite and support procurement activities

    Support The Mechanical Process Owner team in all aspects of their role

    Support to Assembly Integration & Test (AIT) Lead Engineering team in periods of high workload

    Handling and installation of thermal hardware (heaters, thermistors)

    Mechanical integration of electronic units, subsystems and instruments, mechanisms, antennas, solar arrays, mechanical sub-systems, instruments, payloads and spacecraft and control the documentation / process associated with performing these

    Prepare and carry out environmental tests (Vibration, Acoustic, Mass properties, Thermal) at unit, subsystem, instrument and spacecraft level

    Support process owners with observation resolution and operational activities

    Oversee unit installation activities on the Satellite

    Support quality reviews, conduct PFMEA and Root Cause Analysis

    Support in the creation of re-work instructions based on project requirements and identify parts and tooling required

    Support to standardisation activities ensuring that our working modes and processes are standardised, optimised, and current.

    Support the production of new processes, undertake process improvement and maintenance and monitor process implementation

    Processing assembly, integration and testing (AIT) tasks as part of Space projects (satellites, payloads, subsystems);Coordination of the mechanical AIT work on the satellite in consultation with the AIT manager and other disciplines involved;Preparation and implementation of mechanical integrations of flight hardware on the satellite, documenting the work results;Preparation of concepts for mechanical AIT and MGSE (Mechanical Ground Support equipment) and creation of corresponding planning documents;Creation of the necessary specifications, support of the Tender process (tender evaluation)Coordination and participation in the internal development of MGSE Participation in NRBs (Non-Conformance Review Boards) to find the causes of error and finding solutions

    • Qualifications

  • Degree Qualified Engineer in a Mechanical Engineering subject
  • HNC or HND in engineering/maintenance OR Apprenticeship in Aerospace/Space or other high quality production field with experience in mechanical engineering field.

    • Essential skills

  • Prior AIT experience
  • Appreciation of satellite integration processes and project phases
  • Satellite Appendage installation process (Solar Array, reflectors, antennas, deployable systems)
  • Good understanding and detailed experience of complex mechanical systems
  • Lean manufacturing techniques including 5S, root cause analysis and continuous improvement
  • Knowledge and experience in the production of high quality documentation (test specs, test plans, test procedures, AIT Plans, DDV plans)
  • High mechanical skills and relevant experience
  • Writing Procedures and process control
  • High self-motivation and ability to deal with changing priorities on a multi project basis.
  • Good problem-solving skills (technical, logistics and organisational).
  • Good planning skills and process competence, (MRP system experience an advantage).
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Previous experience of payload builds is a distinct advantage
  • Ability to work in a team

    • Experience

  • Experience working in a high quality production environment relating to mechanical assembly
  • Experience working in a clean-room environment including FOD/ESD practices

    • 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 accessibleCommunicating and promoting vacanciesOffering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the jobAnticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as requiredSupporting 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

    Apply
    Location:
    Stevenage
    Job Type:
    FullTime

    We found some similar jobs based on your search