MAIT Engineer; Assembly, Integration & Test Technician

Our client based in Oxfordshire is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Assembly, Integration and Testing (MAIT) Technician to join them on a permanent basis.

Role:
Manufacturing and Integration (MAIT) Engineer

Location:

Didcot, Oxfordshire

Hours:

Full time, Monday - Friday (occasional longer working day/weekend work)

Salary:
Discussed upon application

This role, based within the Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration, and Testing (MAIT) team, will be responsible for ensuring that our products are built and tested to the highest standards. The successful candidate will work across our product portfolio, including both flight hardware and research and development programs.

Please note:

This position may require occasional travel to suppliers.

• Assembly of research and development products and flight hardware
• Support testing of future products and flight hardware including functional testing/electrical testing/TVAC/RF/Vibration testing
• Development and write up of Manufacturing Assembly Procedures (MAPs) and Test Procedures
• Assisting with customer/internal reviews
• Complete detailed inspections of machined parts using in-house metrology equipment
• Work closely with the Product Assurance team to define and write up qualified MAIT processes when required
• Adhere to internal processes up to completion of tasks and help identify and propose process improvements; if approved support the implementation
• Visit suppliers/sub-contractors as and when required

Essential skillset

• Strong discipline in engineering knowledge with experience in assembly of precision components
• Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of MAIT (Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration, Test: functional testing, electrical bonding/isolation, vibration, shock, TVAC, kinematic testing of deployable systems)
• Demonstrable experience of using metrology equipment
• Demonstrable experience of using assembly procedures
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of detailed drawings, surface finishes, tolerances, materials
• Competent using Microsoft Office software
• Self‑motivated to meet objectives within defined timescales
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to be flexible in working hours to meet schedules (i.e., occasional long day/weekends)
• Demonstrate a common sense and logical approach to problem‑solving
• Able to find simple solutions to complex problems
• Able to work efficiently both alone and in teams as required by the individual task

Desirable skillset

• Technical knowledge of machine components
• Previous experience in the aerospace or automotive industry is desirable, but space industry is more advantageous
• Being apprentice trained (Mechanical) would be a key advantage
• An understanding of aerospace processes and components would be advantageous
• Knowledge of the relevant ECSS standards for the space sector would also be an advantage

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply.