Senior Lead Engineer

iO Associates are partnered with a European space technology company developing space‐grade subsystems for small satellites. The company is hiring a Lead AIT Engineer to take ownership of hands‐on AIT activities while leading and scaling the AIT team, processes, and laboratory operations as the organisation grows. The Lead AIT Engineer will act as the focal point for all Assembly, Integration & Testing activities, combining hands‐on build, integration, and test work with team leadership and operational coordination. The role works closely with engineering, QA, product, procurement, and senior management to ensure reliable, repeatable delivery of space‐grade hardware.
Build, integrate, and test electrical and electromechanical space systems
Ensure completeness and accuracy of AIT and inventory documentation
Collaborate with engineering teams to de‐risk AIT activities early in the product lifecycle
Support optimisation and scaling of production and test capabilities
Strong background in electrical and electronic system manufacturing and testing
Experience coordinating AIT activities across mechanical, electrical, electronics, and firmware domains
Ability to lead small technical teams and enforce quality under schedule pressure
Experience with environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, EMC)