AIT Integration Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

AIT Integration Engineer (Aerospace): Supporting spacecraft mission teams through Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) and Environmental Verification Test (EVT) phases with an accent on mechanical integration and hardware verification. Focus on planning and executing spacecraft integration activities, managing cleanroom logistics, and ensuring compliance with mechanical integration standards.

Location: Must be a citizen of a European Union member state or Schengen association country and hold an EU-based personal security clearance.

Company

An independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses across Information Systems, Telecom, Life Sciences, and Engineering.

What you will do

• Plan, execute, and deliver spacecraft, subsystem, and unit-level mechanical integration throughout AIT and EVT phases.
• Coordinate spacecraft mechanical and electrical integration planning in collaboration with mission teams.
• Support harness and test cable definition, manufacturing follow-up, and integration readiness.
• Coordinate cleanroom logistics and maintain safe, compliant working practices.
• Liaise with external clients and technical partners to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Contribute to training programs and present technical updates during design, test, and project reviews.

Requirements

• Experience in spacecraft mechanical integration, AIT, EVT, or hands-on work with space flight hardware.
• Knowledge of mechanical integration standards, inspection regimes, and mechanical test equipment.
• Academic background in engineering/science (HND/HNC) or at least four years of demonstrable hands-on experience.
• Citizenship of an EU member state or Schengen association country.
• EU-based personal security clearance held currently or within the last five years.
• English: Fluent (C1).

Culture & Benefits

• International environment with a community of over 110 different nationalities.
• Robust internal Academy with 250+ available training modules.
• Strong internal growth culture where many leaders started at entry-level positions.
• Vibrant workplace with regular internal events, afterworks, and team buildings.
• Opportunity to lead social or environmental projects through the WeCare Together program.

Hiring process

• Brief virtual or phone conversation to discuss motivations and fit.
• Series of interviews (average of 3) with line managers and team members.
• Technical assessment or case study depending on the specific requirements.