Space Junior Electrical and Mechanical AIT Engineer

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

ALTEN is looking for an experienced Junior Electrical and Mechanical AIT Engineer to support spacecraft and satellite integration activities. The successful candidate will have a solid background in Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT), with experience across both electrical and mechanical disciplines. This role is suited to professionals who have worked on complex space programmes and are comfortable operating within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Location: Guilford 
• On Site: Fully onsite 
• Clearance: Clearable 
• Experience Level: Junior 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform spacecraft and satellite assembly, integration and test activities.
• Execute electrical integration tasks, including harness installation, equipment integration, electrical testing and troubleshooting.
• Support mechanical integration activities, including subsystem installation, alignment, inspections and mechanical verification.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure the successful integration of spacecraft systems.
• Conduct test procedures, analyse results and support anomaly investigations.
• Ensure all integration and testing activities are carried out in accordance with quality, safety and programme requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting throughout the AIT lifecycle.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Proven experience within a spacecraft or satellite AIT environment.
• Strong electrical integration and test background, with the ability to support mechanical integration activities.
• Hands-on experience working on complex aerospace or space systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, procedures and test documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to engineering challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in Electrical and Mechanical AIT within the space or aerospace sector.
• Hands-on experience supporting mechanical assembly and integration activities.
• Knowledge of spacecraft, satellite, or payload integration processes.
• Ability to follow technical procedures, drawings, and test documentation.
• Experience with troubleshooting and fault investigation during integration and test activities.
• Ability to work in cleanroom and controlled engineering environments.

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.