AIT Engineer – Medium-Sized Telescope Systems
Pubblicato il 05-10-2026 - SSC Space in Milano
Description
Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.
With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.
SSC Space also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.
Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth vantaggi from space?
If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact. We are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage
Requirements
- Professional experience of at least3 yearsin the domain ofAIT.
- Confidence withSpace Business documentation, such asSatellite/Payload/Equipment User Manual’s,Architecture,DesignandTest Requirements,Procedures,Assembly Drawingsand similar.
- Understanding ofissues, identification ofroot causes,definitionofsolutions.
- Goodinterpersonal skillsboth internally withcolleaguesand externally with thecustomer.
- Goodreportingcapabilities and easycommunicationto theManagement.
- Availability to execute work also inlong term missions, as per theEnvironmentalorLaunch Campaign.
- Available to work inmultiple shiftsor atweekendsandbank holidays, when necessary for the achievement ofProject milestones.
- Knowledge of thequality principleswhich apply to theSpace Business, inside and outside aClean Room.
- Use of theMS Office tools, includingMS Project. Use ofCAD Viewersoftware.
Responsibilities
As an AIT Engineer, you will:
- Execute Integration & Test activities of medium-sized telescopes, including opto-mechanical subsystems, both in-house and on-site.
- Conduct optical alignment and calibration, working closely with optical and system engineers to ensure high-precision setup.
- Prepare AIT documentation, including test procedures, integration workflows, reports and as-run procedures.
- Handle critical assemblies, including optical mounts, structural elements, and Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
- Participate in night observation campaigns and system verification tests under real sky conditions.
- Support technical reviews and meetings, contributing to design improvement feedback based on hands-on test results.
- Coordinate with logistics and operations teams for the setup and support of site installation missions globally.
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration package, recognizing the value of your skills and expertise.
- Uniquecareer opportunities, including the possibility of working in other countries with our SSC Group.
- Personalizedtraining and development programmes.
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