AIT Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

AIT Engineer (Aerospace): Planning and executing Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) activities for satellite platforms and spacecraft subsystems with an accent on mechanical and electrical integration. Focus on developing test plans, troubleshooting anomalies using root cause analysis, and managing environmental qualification campaigns like TVAC and vibration.

Location: Hybrid in Ottobrunn, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a cutting-edge company propelling high-performance satellite technology within the German aerospace landscape.

What you will do

• Plan and execute AIT activities for satellite platforms and spacecraft subsystems.
• Perform mechanical and electrical integration of flight hardware.
• Develop, review, and execute AIT procedures, test plans, and test reports.
• Investigate and resolve integration and test anomalies using structured root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support satellite qualification, acceptance, and launch campaign activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar technical discipline.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in spacecraft, satellite, or high-reliability aerospace AIT environments.
• Experience with environmental test campaigns such as TVAC and vibration.
• Fluent English is required.
• Familiarity with ECSS standards or equivalent aerospace quality standards.
• Ability to travel up to 5% for business.

Nice to have

• German language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent employment contracts with a focus on long-term career growth.
• Hybrid work model and flexible working hours.
• 30 days of paid vacation plus a special company holiday on April 12th.
• Annual training budget of 1,500€.
• 20% contribution to a private pension plan.
• Company-sponsored memberships for Urban Sports Club and public transport discounts.