Electrical AIT Engineer - Spacecraft at Alten

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Assembly Integration And Test (AIT), Electrical Engineering, Fault Finding, Troubleshooting, Aerospace Systems Integration, Shop Floor Coordination, Technical Documentation, Secure Environment Operations

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today. Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today! Job Description As an Electrical AIT engineer you will join our team in Stevenage to support our activities within the Space sector. You will support AIT activities, working on the assembly, integration, and test of complex aerospace systems. The programme requires close collaboration between mechanical and electrical teams, operating in a secure environment with opportunities for travel depending on project need Location: Stevenage On Site: Full - time Clearance: Clearable Experience Level: Technician to Engineer level Key Responsibilities: Perform assembly, integration, and test (AIT) activities on aerospace systems Support mechanical and electrical installation, integration, and testing tasks Provide hands-on support to shop floor operations, ensuring build and test activities run efficiently Electrical Engineers to support technicians and testing activities, including fault finding and troubleshooting Shift Lead to oversee day-to-day shop floor activities, coordinating technicians and ensuring task delivery Qualifications Required Skills: Experience in AIT environments within aerospace or space programmes Electrical background with hands-on integration and test experience Ability to work effectively in a secure, regulated engineering environment Strong teamwork and communication skills across shop floor and engineering teams Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience. Alternatively, apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent experience for technician-level roles Proven experience supporting assembly, integration, and test activities Desirable Skills: Experience in space or satellite programmes Previous experience as a shop floor / shift lead Willingness to travel occasionally to support programme activities Additional Information Why join us? We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today. In short you get: A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries Private Medical Insurance Cycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programme Life insurance & Pension Scheme Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings Flexible way of working (role dependent) We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Contract Type: Permanent Region: London

Responsibilities

Perform assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) activities for complex aerospace and spacecraft systems. Provide hands-on support for electrical installations and troubleshoot faults on the shop floor.