Assembly Integration & Test Engineering Technician II

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense•Merritt Island, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) Engineering Technician supports the planning, design, and execution of processes and procedures for module- and satellite-level assembly, integration, and testing. The work supports satellite manufacturing, qualification testing, and launch integration operations. The technician handles flight hardware and operates electrical and mechanical ground support equipment (EGSE/MGSE) in the factory, at test facilities, and at launch sites as mission requirements dictate. The role supports testing across Airbus U.S. satellite platforms, including the ARROW platform, and performs assembly, integration, test, repair, documentation, and equipment-operation tasks across multiple program phases. The primary work location is Merritt Island, Florida, with extended domestic travel of one to two months possible for launch and test campaigns, as well as occasional international travel to work with European Airbus counterparts. U.S. citizenship is required, and the employee must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of related experience, or an associate's degree and at least 2 years of related experience.
Experience with assembly, integration, and testing of flight hardware.
Ability to read work instructions and perform electrical and mechanical assembly, integration, and test activities.
Understanding of document, hardware, and software configuration-control and management processes.
Experience in the aerospace or avionics industry.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively, including daily communication by email and phone.
Excellent listening, comprehension, interpersonal, analytical, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Team-mindedness and readiness to work in a multifunctional, multicultural, fast-moving, complex technical environment.
Flexible attitude and strong initiative.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
Experience operating test equipment and thermal chambers for production testing.
Experience with electrical and RF testing equipment.
Experience handling, manufacturing, and testing flight hardware in clean-room environments.
Experience operating heavy equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes.
Active Secret-level Department of Defense security clearance.

Responsibilities

Support engineering teams in developing and executing tests for Airbus U.S. satellite platforms, including the ARROW platform.
Help develop operational procedures for satellite-to-launch-vehicle integration and testing.
Support engineers in reviewing and executing test plans and procedures for unit, module, subsystem, platform, and satellite assembly levels.
Support functional, environmental, and system-health testing.
Work with Airbus partners on common EGSE and MGSE specifications and procedures.
Support incoming inspections and documentation for flight and non-flight hardware; report non-conformances and assist with root-cause investigations.
Perform assembly and testing of flight hardware in accordance with work instructions or technical manuals, using hand tools, power tools, smart tools, and measuring devices.
Perform hardware repairs or software updates as directed by engineering work instructions.
Set up and operate ground support equipment and specialized test equipment, including thermal chambers and optical measurement devices, for production, qualification, and acceptance tests.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, manuals, and engineering work instructions.
Perform electrical harness work, including reading harness schematics, routing cables, conducting continuity checks, and assisting with cable assembly.
Document test-equipment, installation, and operational problems, repairs, and corrective actions.
Maintain system logs or manuals documenting equipment testing and operation.
Identify, report, and help resolve integration and test failures with the AIT team and responsible Systems Engineer.
Maintain parts, equipment, tooling inventory, and related documentation.
Support occasional shift and overtime work as needed for mission requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.