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Optical AIT Engineer
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Astroscale —Didcot
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Senior Mission Operations Preparation Engineer
Astroscale —Didcot
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Senior Production AIT Planner
MDA Space —Didcot
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Lead Satellite AIT Engineer
NewOrbit Space —Reading
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NewOrbit Space —Reading
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Quality Control (QC) Engineer (shift based)
Open Cosmos —Didcot
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Mission Systems Team Lead
Astroscale —Didcot
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Mechanical Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) Engineer
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Optical AIT Engineer

Archangel Lightworks -
Oxford

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Full-time

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Mechanical assembly
Production and assembly experience
Continuous improvement
Physics

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About Archangel Lightworks

Archangel Lightworks (https://www.archangel.works/) is a laser communications company building wireless technology. Founded in 2017, we believe that laser communications to and from satellites is a key component of next-generation infrastructure. Our core product, the TERRA-M (https://www.archangel.works/technology), is a deployable optical ground station with proven capability for space - ground data transfer. (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dstl-achieves-uks-first-optical-downlink-from-space)

Our team develops and operates products that advance the security and resilience of critical national infrastructure. We value compassion, resilience, curiosity, ownership and integrity. Our start-up is a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can contribute to novel technology with meaningful applications like reducing the Digital Divide.

Archangel Lightworks recently closed over £10 million of investment (https://www.archangel.works/post/archangel-lightworks-raises-over-10m-in-series-a-funding-round) in an oversubscribed Series A funding round. Our company is also supported by the UK Space Agency, the UK's Department of Science and Technology (DSIT) and the UK Ministry of Defence.

About the job

We're looking for an Optical AIT Engineer to join our experienced engineering team and deliver transformative laser communications technology. You will be responsible for supporting the serial production, assembly, integration, and testing of Archangel Lightworks' TERRA-M Optical Ground Station products and associated optical subsystems.

Your responsibilities will include:

Assembly, Integration, and Testing: Perform, assemble and test optomechanical subsystems, assemblies, and support system level integration and testing of optical ground stations, developing ground support/test equipment
Supply Chain Support: Manage ordering and oversee outsourced components. Testing/accepting outsourced components. Maintaining inventory
Process Management: Ensure quality and documentation of build processes and collaborate with the engineering team to improve manufacturing processes and resolve technical challenges
System Deployment: Support field maintenance, as well as deployment and installation of new systems (including international travel as needed).

Requirements:

5 years of experience
Relevant academic background (e.g. Physics degree)
Expected to have directly relevant experience assembling, integrating and testing systems (Complex optical assemblies)
Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a hands-on lab environment
Willingness and ability to travel internationally to support customer deployments and field activities.

Desirable additional skills:

Experience with laser communications or free-space optics
Precision optical alignment and optomechanical assembly
Experience transitioning products from prototype to serial production
Space, photonics, or aerospace industry experience
Continuous improvement and manufacturing process optimisation.

Location: Our office is based in Osney Mead, Oxford. There may be opportunity for periodic business travel.

What we offer:

Opportunity to work on advanced optical systems to support a world-changing vision
A collaborative and transparent culture with strong links between functions
Regular socials and weekly company lunch
Professional development and skills growth within a specialist engineering field
Competitive salary and benefits package, with equity options in a growing start-up
25 days annual leave allowance plus bank holidays

Archangel Lightworks is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. If you need any assistance or accommodation to complete your application or assessment, please contact us through the application form.

We recognise that many candidates use AI tools when applying. Please ensure your application reflects your own experience, skills, and thinking. We assess applications based on authenticity and accuracy, so anything generated with AI should be reviewed, personalised, and representative of you.

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