OHB System AG – We.Create.Space
OHB System AG is one of the leading space companies in Europe. The company is part of the listed high-tech group OHB SE, which has more than 3,200 employees working on pivotal European space programs. With two strong locations in Bremen and Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich and more than 40 years of experience, OHB System AG specialises in high-tech solutions for space. These include low-orbiting and geostationary satellites for Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications, science and space exploration as well as systems for human space flight and aerial reconnaissance. We owe our success to our employees’ passion for innovation, as well as their commitment and initiative.
For permanent employment OHB System AG in Oberpfaffenhofen is looking for a
AIT Operator (m/f/d)
To strengthen our AIT Department (Assembly, Integration & Test), we are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented AIT Mechanic / Operator to join our team. In this role, you will support the mechanical AIT team in the integration and testing of instruments for space applications, mostly carried out in cleanroom environments. You will independently perform integration and measurement tasks within planned AIT activities, prepare test setups, and ensure accurate documentation of all work performed.

Your Tasks

• Independent preparation of integration and test activities
• Execution of mechanical integration and test tasks in ISO 5 and ISO 8 cleanrooms
• Professional handling of tools, measuring, and testing equipment
• Preparation of required AIT documentation (procedures, log sheets, test reports)
• Close coordination with Quality Assurance and other technical departments
• Performing inspections, maintaining activity records, and drafting problem reports
• Supporting test campaigns at external test facilities (including business trips)
• Assisting in 3D measurement activities (CMM)

Your Qualifications

• Completed vocational training in a technical/mechanical field (e.g. industrial mechanic, precision mechanic, aircraft mechanic, mechanical measurement technician), ideally with experience in the space sector
• Practical experience as AIT Operator, prototype assembly, or a comparable role
• Structured and precise working style, with strong motivation and project ownership
• Ability to perform under pressure while remaining focused on targets
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Experience in 3D (CMM) measurement techniques
• Good command of English (spoken & written)

Nice to Have

• Additional qualification as Mechanical Engineering Technician or Master Craftsman
• Experience in hardware phases of space projects
• Background in integration and testing of optical systems

We offer
Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & special leave days
Mobile Work: Hybrid work & mobile work abroad
Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months)
Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue
space projects
Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan
Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy
Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company sports groups
Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days
Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots
Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night
Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development
A complete overview of our benefits and more details can be found here on our website.
Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. Don’t fulfil all the requirements? No problem - we are happy to receive applications with partial matches! We are looking forward to your application in German or English via our online tool.
OHB System AG
Human Resources
Questions regarding this posting? Alfrida Paja is available under career@ohb.de

• Independent preparation of integration and test activities
• Execution of mechanical integration and test tasks in ISO 5 and ISO 8 cleanrooms
• Professional handling of tools, measuring, and testing equipment
• Preparation of required AIT documentation (procedures, log sheets, test reports)
• Close coordination with Quality Assurance and other technical departments
• Performing inspections, maintaining activity records, and drafting problem reports
• Supporting test campaigns at external test facilities (including business trips)
• Assisting in 3D measurement activities (CMM