AIT & Electronics Technician

AIT & Electronics Technician

Reading (UK), 4 days onsite, Thursday - WFH

£60,000 - £65,000 + Equity + Performance Bonus + Benefits

About Client:

Our client is a growing engineering and technology organisation developing something that currently does not function in the satellite world! They offer a collaborative environment focused on innovation, quality, and technical excellence with engineers from across the globe.

About Role:

We are seeking an AIT & Electronics Technician to support the assembly, integration, and testing of flight-quality electronics, harnesses, and propulsion hardware within a fast-paced, safety-critical engineering environment.

What You'll Do:

• Assemble, rework and inspect electronic boards to IPC-A-610 Class 3 standards
• Build and terminate wiring harnesses and cable assemblies to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
• Crimp, solder and install connectors, backshells and protective measures
• Build and maintain electrical and mechanical test setups
• Support AIT and environmental testing, including thermal vacuum and vibration

What You'll Bring:

• Hands-on experience assembling and reworking electronic boards and harnesses
• IPC-A-610 Class 3 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification or equivalent experience
• Experience supporting AIT, integration and test activities
• Experience working in ESD-controlled environments

Nice to Have:

• J-STD-001 certification
• Space, aerospace, defence, automotive or other high-reliability industry experience
• Cleanroom or ISO-classified environment experience
• Knowledge of ECSS standards
• High-voltage or power electronics experience
• Basic CAD literacy and propulsion systems experience

Why Join?

• Work on groundbreaking satellite and propulsion technology
• High ownership and direct impact on flight hardware
• Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits
• Hybrid working, visa sponsorship, and relocation support available

Ready to take your electronics expertise into the space sector? Apply now or share your CVs to (see below) and help build the technology shaping the future of satellite propulsion.