Ait Engineer – Medium-Sized Telescope Systems (M/F)
Pubblicato il 25-10-2026 - Ohb Italia in Bardi
Overview
As an AIT Engineer at OHB Italia, you will lead the integration, alignment, testing, and commissioning of medium-sized telescopes across in-house facilities and remote observatories.
You'll work with optics, mechanics, and systems teams to ensure high-precision setups and robust on-site performances.
The role blends hands-on fieldwork with documentation, troubleshooting, and design feedback, across international missions.
This is a mission-driven position that advances space surveillance and telescope capabilities on global sites.
Responsabilità
Execute Integration & Test activities for medium-sized telescopes, both in-house and on-site
Perform optical alignment and calibration with optics and system engineers
Prepare AIT documentation including test procedures, workflows, and reports
Handle critical assemblies and Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
Participate in night observation campaigns and system verification tests
Support technical reviews and contribute to design improvements from test results
Coordinate with logistics and operations for global site installations
Requisiti fondamentali
Degree (Bachelor or Master) in Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or related fields
At least 2 years of professional experience in AIT or system integration
Practical experience with mechanical and optical handling and alignment
Basic proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA)
Skilled in MS Office and standard reporting tools
Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
Proven ability to troubleshoot integration issues and propose effective solutions
Highly organized with ability to manage multiple tasks and schedules
Fluent in English; additional languages a plus
Willingness to travel extensively and stay on-site for international missions
teamwork
communication
organizational skills
3D CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA)
optical alignment
integration and test (AIT)