Optomechanical AIT Engineer (Development)

About the role

Simera Sense provides Earth observation camera solutions for the global small satellite market. It is looking for an Optomechanical AIT Engineer to join its development team, where you will assemble, integrate and test advanced optical and mechanical systems for spaceborne instruments. The position is full-time, based in Somerset West, South Africa, and reports to the Lead Optomechanical Engineer.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support the assembly, integration and testing of high-precision optomechanical systems for spaceborne applications.
• Perform optomechanical assembly, integration and testing, and keep detailed records of all work done.
• Generate and maintain procedures, test plans and test reports.
• Handle CAD of AIT hardware and Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE), manage configuration structures, complete detailed drawings and apply GD&T to all designs.
• Manage the manufacturing, assembly and commissioning of AIT hardware and MGSE.
• Assist with environmental testing such as thermal vacuum optical, thermal cycling and vibration testing when needed.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's Honours degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering, Physics, Optomechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 0-5 years of experience in mechanical or optomechanical engineering, preferably in the space, defence, medical or highly regulated industry.
• Experience in mechanical design, development and manufacturing.
• Attention to detail, good mechanical aptitude and accurate, timely execution.
• Highly proficient verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to work in a high-pressure environment and long hours when required.

Required skills

• Preferred: previous experience performing AIT of optical payloads or other high-precision optical instrumentation.
• Preferred: cleanroom experience and compliance with quality processes.
• Advantageous: knowledge of optical/optomechanical systems, Siemens Teamcenter and NX software.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work in the fast-growing space industry on a niche global market for optical payloads for microsatellites.
• A competitive salary and a friendly working environment.