Assembly, Integration, & Testing (AIT) Engineer

At ICEYE, we design, build and operate the largest fleet of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites in the world. Using advanced technology, our constellation collects topographical data about any location on Earth, day or night, through any weather conditions.

Headquartered in Southern California, our customers are society’s heroes – intelligence professionals, warfighters, first responders, and scientific researchers. As a trusted mission partner, the United States and its allies depend on us for critical information when it matters most.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional to join our team as an AIT Engineer. In this critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless assembly, integration, and testing of the spacecraft at both systems and subsystem levels. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AIT processes, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Complete electrical board modifications and verifications

Perform data analysis after satellite testing

Conduct root cause analysis on failures and present to key stakeholders

Complete mechanical subsystem assemblies and integration

Perform system level verifications during the satellite build process

Attend launch campaigns and battery charging for upcoming satellite launches

Complete and lead pre-launch testing activities such as environmental testing

Ensure testing and procedure records for the satellite build process are correct

Develop training documentation for new team members

Assist with training new AIT members as needed

Occasional domestic and/or international travel required

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering (Software or Electrical Engineering) equivalent or

higher, plus relevant experience

1+ years of work experience in a closely related technical field

Knowledge of C/C++ and/or Python

Experience with technical writing

Preferred Qualifications

Aerospace industry experience, biomed, automotive, robotics, or another STEM field

Proven program management skills in a production environment

Experience with automating electronic test equipment

Jira, MES or other manufacturing software skills

Knowledge of IPC or other aerospace standards

Pay Range and Compensation Package

The estimated base salary range for this role is $80k - $100k depending on experience

Other benefits include health coverage, flexible PTO, a friendly work environment, plus extra fun perks!

Physical Requirements

This position primarily works in an office environment. It requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and frequent walking. Daily use of a computer, phone, office equipment and other computing and digital devices is required. May be required to stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking in the facilities. Some local travel may be necessary, so the ability to travel by plane, operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid Driver’s license and/or effectively navigate public transportation is required. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee must be able to read and respond to interoffice communications as well as effectively participate in meetings. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to lift up to 50 lbs., pull, push, carry, handle or feel. The employee is required to carry, handle items, reach with arms and hands, to stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. Mental demands may require prolonged concentration, reading comprehension, understanding and interpretation of concepts, ideas and philosophies. The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described unless such accommodations would cause ICEYE US an undue burden.