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Lead AIT Engineer
Expleo —Guildford
- Engineering
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- Engineering
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- Engineering
- English
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Quality control
- Relocation assistance
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NewOrbit Space —Reading
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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- Relocation assistance
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Lead AIT Engineer
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Experience leading or managing engineering teams in fast-paced environments. Joining the AIT team of a key client in the UK, the Lead AIT Engineer is…
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Lead AIT Engineer

Expleo -
Guildford

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Job details

Permanent

Qualifications

Technical project or programme management experience
Stakeholder collaboration
Stakeholder liaison
Engineering
Microsoft Office Suite
Project team management
Electrical systems
Team management
Quality control
Technical writing
Microsoft Project
Leadership
Communication skills
Functional quality control testing

Full job description

Overview:

Joining the AIT team of a key client in the UK, the Lead AIT Engineer is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of spacecraft and payload Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) and Environmental Verification Test (EVT) activities during the mission ground test phase.

As a core member of the project team, the role ensures the successful integration, verification, and delivery of fully tested systems through in-house and external test campaigns.

Responsibilities:

Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of AIT and EVT activities across all system levels
Work as part of the core project team alongside Project Manager, AIT Manager, and Systems Engineer
Manage and coordinate test operators and engineers, including deputising where required
Define and coordinate AIT support equipment (EGSE, MGSE, and test hardware)
Develop and implement integration, verification, and test strategies aligned to system requirements
Produce and maintain test plans, procedures, and documentation with full traceability
Oversee and support system-level integration and testing activities
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality processes, and safety practices
Maintain safe, efficient, and organised cleanroom operations
Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Support bid and proposal activities as required
Contribute to ground segment commissioning and LEOP activities
Deliver training and technical guidance to internal teams and customer engineers
Present technical progress and outcomes at design and project reviews

Qualifications:

Degree, HND, or HNC in Engineering or a Science discipline

Essential skills:

Strong leadership and team management capability in technical environments
Ability to plan and deliver complex technical activities or work packages
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, ownership-driven approach
Solid understanding of verification and validation principles
High attention to detail with a strong quality focus
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and make sound engineering decisions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Project
Flexible approach with willingness to support demanding schedules and travel
Knowledge of spaceflight materials and processes
Familiarity with RF or communications systems
Previous involvement in LEOP or commissioning activities

Experience:

Demonstrated experience delivering system-level integration and test activities on spaceflight or similarly complex hardware
Proven background in test planning, coordination, and execution across project phases
Experience leading or managing engineering teams in fast-paced environments
Broad engineering knowledge with a strong grounding in electrical or electronic systems
Experience with EGSE systems, including scripting or operation
Experience using electronic test and measurement equipment
Proven hands-on experience in spacecraft or complex system integration and testing

What do I need before I apply:

This role requires on-site customer support 5 days per week in the Guildford area.

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 accessible
- Communicating and promoting vacancies
- Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
- Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
- Supporting 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

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