Electrical Systems Engineer

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Job Specifications

Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer

£55ph via Umbrella, 37-hour week + paid overtime
Initial 12-month contract with extensions likely
Full-time, on-site in Stevenage
Work on advanced spacecraft systems in a secure and high-tech environment
SC Clearance required

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Our client is a global leader in aerospace and defence innovation, delivering complex space-based systems used for both civil and military missions. Their Stevenage site is a hub for satellite development and system testing. Due to continued project demand, we are seeking a Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer to support ongoing satellite testing campaigns.

THE SATELLITE AIT ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER ROLE:

Prepare, debug, and execute complex spacecraft test sequences during ambient and environmental campaigns
Interpret test specifications and develop automated test procedures using Open Center (Elisa/Java-based)
Support real-time anomaly resolution and provide first-line technical assistance during test operations
Work with spacecraft systems (e.g., data handling, AOCS, power systems, comms, FDIR)
Participate in non-conformance reviews and contribute to test reports and documentation

SATELLITE AIT ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

Hands-on experience writing test scripts for satellite systems using Central Checkout Systems (Elisa, Java preferred)
Strong understanding of spacecraft systems: TMTC, MIL-1553, SpaceWire, AOCS, FDIR, power/battery systems
Familiarity with Linux/Unix scripting (bash) and test tools (DMM, scopes, data probes)
Experience with environmental test campaigns (TVAC, EMC, Magnetic)
SC Clearance required

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via ryan.baker@searchability.com. For further information please call me: 0203 854 0120. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

About the Company

Some things require specialist expertise and industry knowledge, and with an accelerating skills shortage coupled with an ever increasing clearance shortage, we are set up to deliver just that. Whether it's partnering with globally leading private sector companies or directly with government bodies across the country, we deliver a bespoke recruitment service with the kind of care, attention and integrity that the National Security & Defence industry demands. Specialisms: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING | SOFTWARE TESTING | CLOUD PLATF... Know more

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