Electrical MAIT Technician

Overview

As part of our continued support to our client in the space industry we are looking for an Electrical Technician with experience with Manufacturing Assembly, Integration & Test (MAIT)

The Electrical technician will be working alongside subject matter experts in a dynamic and growth focused Space business. The role will require candidates to support in the preparation of electrical components which meet high quality standards in line with production procedures and processes.

Working as part of the MAIT team on spacecraft critical components to produce components which conform to the quality requirements, delivered to schedule IAW the production plan.  Although not essential specific experience in RF and optical cable routing and assembly, as well as clean room experience are highly sought after this role.

The roles will be based at our customer’s facility in Stevenage.  We are able to offer these roles on a permanent or contract (Inside IR35) basis. The salary/rate is negotiable based on experience, seniority, etc.  The role will require working on a shift basis (early and late) for which a premium will be paid.

Responsibilities

The Electrical MAIT Engineer will perform, but is not limited to the following type of activities centred on provision of satellite/satellite payloads:

• Ability to read and work to shop floor documents such as routings, drawings, work instructions and BOMs
• Responsible for working to and complying with ESA standards, processes and H&S requirements
• Work to the required process standard as dictated by the relevant area skills matrix
• Responsible for completion of paperwork relating to operations undertaken, inc. traceability
• Online harness routing, crimping and connector population in line with space industry standards
• Pre installation electrical checks
• Inspection capabilities to check crimps and harness routing
• Mechanical and electrical Integration of equipment/hardware
• Working on space hardware
• Work within a flexible motivated team working to tight schedules and meeting critical deadlines
• Play an active part in continuous improvement plans
• Candidates may be asked to temporary follow equipment to other UK sites and may be given opportunities to work abroad

Qualifications

• ESA Qualified Electrical Technician is preferred however other electrical qualification will be considered
• Time served apprentice is desirable but not essential

Essential skills

• Knowledge required of crimping, splicing, wiring, harness manufacture, harness forming, thermal installation, all to ESA Electrical standards
• Familiarity and ability to follow shop documentation such as bill of material, drawings, work instructions, processes and procedures
• Pre installation electrical checks
• Inspection capabilities to check crimps and harness routing
• Must have good electrical knowledge and technical understanding

Desired skills

• Detail fit (rivets/inserts)
• Panel edge taping
• Panel edge trimming
• MLI installation (thermal blanket)
• Bracket and Tybase Bonding
• Bracket Installations
• Electrical Grounding

Experience

• Candidates must have electrical experience post any training period
• Experience working in a high-quality production environment relating to electrical assembly
• Experience working in a clean-room environment including FOD/ESD practice

What do I need before I apply

• Ability/willingness to work within the Stevenage area full time
• Ability/willingness to support shift working (two shifts 06:00-14:00 & 14:00-22:00) for which a shift premium is payable (x1.2)

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