Optical AIT Engineer

Archangel Lightworks Ltd, Soho, City of Westminster

Optical AIT Engineer

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Archangel Lightworks Ltd, Soho, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 9 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: f2f7d619a21244599b75f0007b3b81f4

Location ref: Soho, City of Westminster

Full Job Description

  • We support the serial production, assembly, integration, and testing of our TERRA-M Optical Ground Station products and associated optical subsystems.
  • We assemble, integrate, and test optomechanical subsystems and assemblies.
  • We support system-level integration and testing of optical ground stations.
  • We develop ground support and test equipment.
  • We manage ordering and oversee outsourced components.
  • We test and accept outsourced components.
  • We maintain inventory.
  • We ensure quality and documentation of build processes.
  • We collaborate with the engineering team to improve manufacturing processes and resolve technical challenges.
  • We support field maintenance, deployment, and installation of new systems, including international travel as needed.

    We require 5 years of experience.
  • We require a relevant academic background, for example a Physics degree.
  • We require directly relevant experience assembling, integrating, and testing complex optical assemblies or systems.
  • We require a proactive, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work independently in a hands-on lab environment.
  • We require willingness and ability to travel internationally to support customer deployments and field activities.
  • Desirable: experience with laser communications or free-space optics.
  • Desirable: precision optical alignment and optomechanical assembly experience.
  • Desirable: experience transitioning products from prototype to serial production.
  • Desirable: experience in the space, photonics, or aerospace industry.
  • Desirable: experience with continuous improvement and manufacturing process optimisation.

    We are Archangel Lightworks, a connectivity company building wireless technology to create the space-enabled networks of the future. We are passionate about improving humanitys communications infrastructure and solving critical problems from economic inclusion to climate change. We are a fast-paced, supportive start-up where you can make your mark as part of a growing team working on cutting-edge innovation. This role is based in our office in Osney Mead, Oxford. We offer 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, equity options in a growing start-up, training resources and budget to support your growth, a supportive team culture with high levels of ownership and responsibility, regular socials and weekly team lunch, and additional perks including learning and wellbeing app subscriptions.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/optical-ait-engineer-127090344