Mechanical Engineer – AIT
Expleo Group
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Stevenage • United Kingdom
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Tech Stack
About the role
- Utilise Work orders on Apriso or EWIS or paper as an input into the mechanical assembly process
- Read and understand 3D Drawings and technical notes using Dragonfly or 3DXML utilise procedures and documents containing engineering data e.g. torque values as part of the mechanical installation process.
- Be aware of COSHH and Risk Assessment Documents that support Integration and Assembly activities
- Complete Receipt, inspection and handling of equipment to the relevant standard.
- 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
- Support in the creation of re-work instructions based on project requirements and identify parts and tooling required
- 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
Requirements
- 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.
- Appreciation of satellite integration processes and project phases
- 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
- Ability to work in a team
- 5-10 years’ experience post-graduation
- Prior experience in the space industry is highly desirable
- Experience working in a high-quality production environment relating to mechanical assembly
- Experience working in a clean-room environment including FOD/ESD practices
Benefits
- A 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
mechanical assembly3D Drawingstorque valuesthermal hardwaremechanical integrationre-work instructionsmechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE)Lean manufacturing techniquesroot cause analysishigh quality documentation
Soft Skills
self-motivationproblem-solvingplanningcommunicationteamworkadaptabilityorganizational skillsprocess competenceattention to detailmulti-project management
Certifications
Degree in Mechanical EngineeringHNC in engineeringHND in engineeringApprenticeship in Aerospace/Space