AIT Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to new heights At D-Orbit were pioneering the future of space logistics and transportation. Established in 2011 our company is leading the way in helping businesses profitably and sustainably unlock the full potential of the final frontier.

As a member of our team youll have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of highly skilled individuals all driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. Join us in our global mission to push the boundaries of whats possible and take your ambition to new heights. Apply now and join us in shaping the future of space.

As an AIT (assembly integration and test) Engineer at D-Orbit you will be part of the team that transforms engineering concepts into operational space systems. You will contribute to the Manufacturing Assembly Integration and Testing (MAIT) activities of satellites subsystems and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) ensuring that every configuration is verified traceable and compliant with flight quality and safety standards. Depending on program size and complexity the AIT Engineer can also assume responsibilities typically assigned to the AIT Manager including planning coordination
and configuration management. This position requires a multidisciplinary approach combining mechanical electrical and functional integration expertise and close collaboration with system engineering product assurance and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse documentation describing the architecture of the item subject of AIT activities including requirements specifications assembly drawings (mechanical and electrical) user manuals
• Perform mechanical electrical and functional assembly activities according to approved AIT procedures and plans.
• Support the definition and implementation of the MAIT flow for subsystems platforms payloads and GSE up to launch.
• Collaborate in the preparation use and maintenance of GSE (FGSE MGSE EGSE) ensuring availability qualification and correct configuration.
• Draft update and manage technical documentation in PLM (process plans MBOM) and ALM (task sheets logbooks test reports test procedures) including if necessary test scripts for automatic test routines.
• Manages non-conformances (NC) independently assessing whether it is necessary to involve specialists from other functions.
• Support preparation and execution of electrical environmental and functional tests at satellite and subsystem level.
• Work closely with AIV System Engineering and Product Assurance to maintain technical alignment.
• Contribute to process improvement and standardization of AIT activities.
• Collect and upload test data into ALM systems ensuring traceability of results.
• Degree in Aerospace Electronics Mechanics or equivalent.
• Experience in integration and testing activities ideally in space or aerospace environments.
• Basic knowledge of AIT processes and GSE operation.
• Practical attitude operational problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and complex technical environments.
• Deep knowledge of AI tools.

Hiring Process:Heres how our hiring process workssimple and straightforward:

Application review: We go through all applications but well only reach out to candidates who closely match what were looking for.
If you dont hear from us it means were not moving forward with your application at this time but we may consider you profile for more aligned opening in the future!

First chat: Selected candidates will have an informal meeting with us so we can get to know each other and talk through mutual expectations and goals.

Technical interviews: Next youll have one or two technical interviews focused on your skills and how you approach challenges relevant to the role.

Offer: If all goes well well send you an offer! Sometimes this stage can take a bit of time as we like to carefully consider each candidate and make sure the fit with the team is just right.

We do our best to get back to everyone we interview but sometimes things take longer than wed like and updates might be a bit slow. If youve got any questions just reach out to us!

Were excited to get to know you and see if you might be the next person to help us reach new heights together!

Extra-UE applicants:

This is NOT a full remote job so you need VISA to work in Italy.
We can currently consider only applicants with an existing right to work in the country.
Some activities must be carried out in our facilities many others are location-independent and they can be performed effectively even remotely. This is why we dont measure the performance of people by how many hours they spend at the office: we only measure the outcome.

At D-Orbit diversity and inclusivity are not just values they are integral to our mission and the way we operate. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected valued and celebrated for their unique backgrounds perspectives and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do but it also leads to better decision making innovation and overall success. We actively strive to build a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and where all voices are heard and valued. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe supported and empowered to share their ideas and where everyone is given equal opportunities to grow and excel. We believe that our differences make us stronger and we will continue to work diligently to create an inclusive culture at D-Orbit that reflects this belief.