Ait (Assembly, Integration & Test) Intern

2 weeks ago


Harwell, United Kingdom Open Cosmos Full time

**This is an internship for 6 months to start ASAP**

**Working for Open Cosmos**

Aim high, go beyond At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on

**Working in the AIT Team**

This team is the workshop for Open Cosmos satellite missions We provide engineering support during the design phase then actually build and test the satellite - it doesn’t get much cooler than this

**What will you be doing?**

Building and testing our satellites is at the heart of an AIT intern job - awesome right?

You will support our ongoing AIT campaigns not only by assembling satellite parts, but also by supporting prototyping and modifications of electronics boards and harnesses.

Our satellites need to be able to survive in space with mínimal input from the ground so functional and environmental testing are key to success

You will also support aspects relating to quality and stock management, keeping clear and appropriate documentation. Throughout all stages you are engaging with colleagues from the AIT department and the wider technical team.

**What you need to be successful**
- You’ll use your skills of mechanical and electrical assemblies, which might come from hobbies or university projects.
- You have fine motor skills which are the base to learn soldering, crimping and assembling delicate components.
- Your background in aerospace, mechanical, electrical or software engineering gives you the necessary understanding of what you’re doing and allows you to take on more challenging tasks.
- You’ll be pro-active and curious in your approach to work, always looking for more effective ways of doing things



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