AIT Mechanical Engineer - 37-1

Job Title: AIT Mechanical Engineer

Role Overview:
As an AIT Mechanical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the production and integration of satellites and payloads. Utilizing your expertise in mechanical engineering, you will be responsible for writing processes, plans, and procedures using 3D Experience software. Your duties will involve supporting hardware assembly, conducting environmental testing, and ensuring the quality and efficiency of our operations.

Responsibilities:

Project Preparation Phase

• Collaborate with project teams from inception to customize processes for optimal manufacturing.
• Facilitate DMU sessions to ensure designs are manufacturable and integrate seamlessly.
• Create comprehensive documentation essential for production phases, including work instructions and procedures.
• Lead the installation of satellite appendages and prepare integration flows.
• Assist in defining MGSE requirements and support procurement activities.
• Provide support to the Process Owner team in various aspects of their role.

Project Operational Phase

• Assist the AIT Lead Engineering team during periods of high workload.
• Aid process owners in resolving observations and operational tasks.
• Oversee unit installation activities on satellites.
• Conduct quality reviews, PFMEA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Develop re-work instructions based on project needs and identify necessary parts and tooling.

Non-Project Responsibilities

• Design tooling and build aids to optimize assembly processes.
• Provide support to Research and Development initiatives.
• Develop and maintain training modules for team members.
• Ensure standardization, optimization, and currency of working modes and processes.

Skills Required:

Essential

• Proficiency in mechanical skills with relevant experience.
• Strong ability in writing procedures and maintaining process control.
• Proactive approach with a keen eye for quality.
• Experience producing high-quality documentation for aerospace applications.
• Ability to handle changing priorities across multiple projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills in technical, logistical, and organizational aspects.
• Familiarity with satellite integration processes and project phases.
• Expertise in satellite appendage installation processes.
• Detailed understanding of complex mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with environmental testing procedures.
• Competence in handling and installing thermal hardware.
• Previous experience in payload builds is advantageous.