Production Engineer

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test subsystems and support system level integration and testing of optical ground stations
• Manufacture and assemble mechanical parts, utilize 3D printing, and test/accept outsourced components
• Champion build quality and comprehensive process documentation
• Partner with engineering to refine manufacturing workflows and maximize output efficiency
• Manage ordering and oversee outsourced components
• Support field maintenance, deployment, and installation of new systems
• Inspect incoming parts to ensure quality standards and customer requirements are met
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)

Requirements

• 5 years of commercial Production/Manufacturing Experience
• Directly relevant experience assembling, integrating and testing systems/subsystems in Mechanical, Electrical, or Optical domains
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a hands-on lab environment
• High level of troubleshooting skills
• Willingness to travel abroad

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with CAD tools like SolidWorks and RapidHarness
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Basic PCB layout experience
• Knowledge of satellite communications (SATCOM) and ground segment infrastructure
• Familiarity with environmental and field-deployed systems
• Experience supporting the transition from prototype development to serial production
• Experience working in a startup or rapidly growing technology company

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
• Equity options in a growing start-up
• Training resources and budget
• Regular socials and weekly team lunch
• Learning and wellbeing app subscriptions