Job Description
Lead Electro-Optical AIT Production Engineer
Location: United Kingdom, Glasgow or Harwell | Full-Time, Permanent Employment
Our NewSpace client is seeking a Lead Electro-Optical AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) Production Engineer to spearhead the meticulous build, alignment, and testing of our next-generation electro-optical systems for space missions.
As the Lead AIT Production Engineer, you will:
* Oversee and coordinate the precise assembly and integration of complex electro-optical payloads.
* Lead testing operations, ensuring systems meet rigorous performance, reliability, and quality standards.
* Interface with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, optical, software) to streamline production workflows.
* Own and evolve AIT processes, tooling, and documentation to drive quality and efficiency.
* Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production anomalies.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and mission-critical requirements.
Experience needed:
1. 5+ years of hands-on experience with high-speed FPGA electronics systems, including:
2. PCB design and routing best practices.
3. Signal integrity and power distribution for mixed-signal systems.
4. Deep understanding of electro-optical hardware