EGSE Support Engineer

Overview

Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations.  We are seeking EGSE Support Engineers to support deployment of and existing deployed EGSE in satellite assembly clean rooms at our client site in Stevenage. The successful candidates would ideally have a space industry related test experience gained in an engineering or production environment.  The role demands 5 days a week on the client’s site).  Typical activities expected involve commissioning, validation of performance in the production environment, training of operators, break/fix services and all the paperwork that underpins these services.

This role represents a great opportunity to work on cutting edge technology projects.  Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Production of relevant EGSE documentation (e.g. Validation Procedures, Supporting NC reviews)
• Support for EGSE system upgrades, This may include:
• • Procurement,
  • Managing and prioritizing the manufacturing processes
  • Validation and certification for use in the AIT facility

• 1st level support for the EGSE in the AIT facility, which may include:
• Commissioning of hardware
• Composition of AIT procedures
• Debug/fault finding
• Training

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering with ideally electrical background
• Where applicable suitable experience in addition to a lower qualification would be acceptable

Essential skills

• Knowledge of EGSE/ATE (Power, Data Handling and/or RF)
• Some scripting skills (Test sequence coding in TCL, knowledge of Central Checkout System CCS5 or similar)
• Procedure writing.
• Ability to use a range of laboratory test equipment such as Power Supplies, DMMs, Oscilloscopes etc.
• Knowledge of coding language would be an asset
• Knowledge of S/C database management would be an asset
• Satellite Reference Database (SRDB) / MIB format will be a plus
• Requirements Management (RATIONAL DOORS knowledge would be considered an asset)

Experience

• Experience in Environmental test/launch campaign would be an asset
• Experience in satellite avionics and serial data protocols (e.g. RS4xx, MIL 1553, Spacewire)
• Procedure and test report writing
• Non-conformance reporting
• We are looking for energetic and driven engineers with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with (in order of priority) military, aerospace, marine or rail experience

What do I need before I apply

• UK sole National
• SC cleared without caveats
• Ability and willingness to travel to and work on the clients Stevenage site 5 days per week

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 such as medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance, employee wellbeing programme, sports and social events, birthday hampers and much more!   
• 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