Propulsion AIT Engineer

NewOrbit Space

Propulsion AIT Engineer at NewOrbit Space responsible for developing technical processes for propulsion AIT programme supporting innovative satellite technologies.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeReading • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the writing, review, and maintenance of all assembly instructions, work instructions, and build procedures - from component level through to integrated module on the propulsion system
Write and own test plans and test procedures for propulsion campaigns, including pressure test, proof test, leak test, functional flow test, and performance characterisation
Maintain the AIT schedule for the propulsion system, interfacing with test facilities and ensuring all GSE is available for each test in the plan
Ensure that all equipment is kept calibrated
Develop and maintain hazardous operations procedures for all pressurised system activities, in line with safety requirements defined for the programme
Write propellant handling and loading procedures
Execute test and assembly procedures hands-on, operating test rigs and instrumentation and recording results to programme traceability standards
Maintain the propulsion procedure library - version control, review cycles, and configuration management of all procedural documents
Support integration of the propulsion system into the satellite structure, contributing assembly procedures for the integration sequence
Manage non-conformances on propulsion hardware - raising NCRs, supporting dispositions with the propulsion design team, and updating procedures where needed
Perform goods in inspection of incoming components, against purchase orders, drawings, and certificates of conformance
Coordinate with technicians ensuring tasks are understood and completed in line with the schedule
Support environmental test campaigns involving the propulsion system, contributing test procedures and witnessing campaigns
Support satellite AIT activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years' experience writing test procedures, assembly instructions, or work instructions for mechanical, fluidic, or propulsion hardware in a flight or high-reliability environment
Practical hands-on experience executing the procedures you write - comfortable on the bench as well as at the desk
Experience with pressurised systems - sufficient to write safe, compliant procedures and execute them competently
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and system documentation to produce accurate procedural content
Good documentation discipline - understands version control, review processes, and what traceability means in a flight programme context
ESD-aware working practices and understanding of contamination control requirements
Strong safety mindset around pressurised and hazardous operations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Benefits Package
Including private health insurance with dental and optical coverage
Annual healthcare check-ups
Hybrid Work - A hybrid setup with one dedicated remote day per week
Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Support - We provide a relocation package and sponsor your visa if you’re joining us from abroad.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Test Plan DevelopmentAssembly Procedure WritingPropulsion System TestingCalibration MaintenanceHazardous Operations ProceduresNon-Conformance ManagementGoods InspectionVersion ControlTraceability StandardsDocumentation Discipline

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationAttention to Detail