AIT Skilled Production Technician(Avionic)

at  Aalto University

Welcome to AALTO, where we’re blazing a trail to an extraordinary future! We’re not just rewriting the rulebook; we’re rewriting the skies themselves, propelling HAPS technology to unprecedented heights.
Imagine an aircraft soaring at 60,000 feet, fuelled by sunlight and flying for months above traditional air traffic. That’s us, AALTO’S Zephyr, the unrivalled pioneers of High-Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) technology. But that’s just the beginning! We’re on the verge of becoming the global leader in HAPS Connectivity as a Service (CaaS), connecting diverse needs in the Mobile and Satellite Network Operator market. We connect the diverse needs of our customers, whether it’s for rural connectivity, overlay capacity, disaster recovery, or new service provision. Plus, we’re opening doors in revolutionizing Earth observation, tracking, and communications, all while operating a carbon-neutral HAPS fleet powered by sunlight.
Join us in this exhilarating journey at AALTO, where you won’t just be part of a team; you’ll be part of an eclectic, passionate group of visionaries shaping the future and pushing boundaries in the stratosphere. Ready to rewrite history with us? AALTO is not just creating an aircraft; we’re shaping a future of boundless possibilities

REQUIREMENTS:

• Hands-on multi-skilled practical avionic/electronic engineering technician.
• Demonstrated knowledge of production/maintenance processes to high quality standards.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and interpret requirements into finished products.
• Demonstrated experience pro-actively solving technical problems.
• Experience of hands-on production of avionic hardware and wiring installations
• Quality conscious working method and organised approach to tasks.
• Conducting and recording of installation and system integration tests.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Academic qualifications in an avionic/electronic engineering discipline (NVQ level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent experience).
• Time served apprenticeship in avionic/electronic manufacture / installation / test.
• Previous experience in Aerospace sector.
• IT Skills appropriate for the role.

JOB PURPOSE:

The scope of this role is to manufacture to time, cost and quality, the new HAPS Zephyr aircraft, and associated Ground Support Equipment to fulfil the HAPS Global Business Case.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Avionic and mechanical equipment installation, wiring and system integration of UAV’s platforms.
• Manufacture of avionic in-house components as required.
• Maintain build records.
• Health and Safety process adherence and reporting.
• Self-certification of work completed.
• Continuous Improvement of the production system
• Contribution to Problem Solving and corrective action delivery.
• Safe handling and protection of very fragile and flexible components