Automotive Technician, Electronics Technician

Alba Orbital is a fast-growing start-up company based in Glasgow which specialises in building and sending the smallest (Pocket Qube) satellites in the world to space.

We’re looking for a technician to help assemble our Satellites, Ground stations, Deployers and to help support our commissioning of a new manufacturing / test space, alongside performing general tasks in support of our satellite manufacturing effort - this is a varied role.

General work in support of all aspects of Satellite and radio Ground Station manufacturing

Involves use of power tools, regular hand tools, sensitive radio test equipment, parts/tools organisation, administration, cleaning, organization, running test software.

Involves electrical work and soldering

General work in support of commissioning of new manufacturing/test space.

Work can involve helping with space usage decisions, implementation of storage solutions, input into tool/furnishing selections, administration, implementing Lean Manufacturing principals.

General work in support of our satellite manufacturing effort. Work can involve lending support to small mechanical/electronic builds, procurement administration, logging of stock/stock management, Quality Assurance, and selection of tools and equipment

Any miscellaneous duties as requested

Flexible approach to getting stuck in and helping out is absolutely essential. Would suit someone who likes variety in their work.

We’re looking for someone with a can-do attitude who can motivate themselves at the same time as fitting in well with a positive goal-oriented team.

HNC/HND qualified in Engineering Technology or similar technical degree

Familiarity with common electrical and mechanical build tools, and computer systems

Interest in all aspects of Satellites, Ground station, space and radio communications

Clear verbal communications

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person (Hillington, Scotland)

Company pension

Employee stock ownership plan

Flexitime

Monday to Friday (days)

Any

Alba Orbital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.