Airbus
Flight Assembly Techncian
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Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) is a subsidiary of Airbus. SSTL has a heritage that spans over 40 years, and prides itself in continual innovation and improvement of space technologies, products and services, as well as in delivering space missions for a broad array of applications. From the earliest study activities to the subsystem manufacturing, to the assembly and test, to in-orbit operations, the whole spacecraft lifecycle is managed from SSTL’s Guildford, Surrey headquarters.
For SSTL roles please apply directly on A unique career - Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd. (sstl.co.uk)
We are currently looking for a technician to join our growing team.
Role requirements
Primary role will be working in Flight Assembly, working on general building of boards and modules, harness, mechanisms and solar panels.
- Working in a cleanroom environment
- Working to ESA standard
- Working to build instructions and drawings
- A high level of electro-mechanical build
- Building of wire harnesses and test boxes
- Other activities as delegated
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Qualifications Knowledge & Skills
- Experience within a cleanroom environment
- ESA certification Required.
- A good knowledge in soldering practices, and intricate electro- mechanical build practices.
- Practical, hands-on ability
- Good general computing skills (word processing and basic spreadsheets) Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Strong and clear communication skills
- Commitment to take own initiative
- Desire to support others
- Good team working skills
- High attention to detail
- Excellent planning and organising skills
- Able to use common sense when under pressure
- Ability to multi-task and deliver both immediate and longer-term tasks
- Able to demonstrate company mindsets and behaviours; Be accountable, Drive & delivery, communicate effectively, Self-manage effectively, Work as one team
Location
The role is based in Guildford
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
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Company
SURREY SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED
Employment Type
Permanent
Experience Level
Professional
Job Family
Electrician
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