Satellite Production Senior Technician, Electronics

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience in a high-reliability environment

• 3+ years of practical experience in electronic assembly and test including soldering, harness routing, and PCB handling, preferably in aerospace or a similar high-reliability sector

• Experience using lab equipment including power supplies, multimeters, and oscilloscopes

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams

• Proven ability to lead troubleshooting efforts and mentor junior staff effectively

• Proficient English (written and spoken) for cross-functional collaboration

• Experience with satellite avionics, power subsystems, and flight-critical command handling

• Advanced IPC certifications (IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum)

• Experience with Atlassian Cloud tools (Jira, Confluence)

• Aerospace or space industry background

• Lean and Six Sigma experience

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

• Title: Satellite Production Senior Technician, Electronics

• Department: Global Manufacturing Organisation

• Reports to: Head of MAITE Spain

• Location: Valencia, Spain

• Type of Contract: Permanent

• Working model: On-site

• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

As a Senior Production Technician, Electronics, you serve as a technical anchor within ICEYE's Satellite Production Team in Valencia. You will independently execute complex electronic assembly, integration, and testing activities for power, command, and data handling subsystems, leading frontline troubleshooting, ensuring process stability, and elevating team capability by coaching junior technicians. You are responsible for the technical quality of every electronic assembly you touch, ensuring it meets ICEYE's stringent standards for flight readiness.

• Perform advanced electronic assembly and integration activities including subsystem integration (power, command, data handling), critical soldering and bonding operations, and complex test setups

• Lead troubleshooting of build and process issues, collaborating with Specialists, AIT Engineering, and Quality to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for electronic subsystems

• Operate mechanical and electrical ground support equipment (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes) to support smooth test operations

• Maintain precise, real-time documentation of all work performed, recording results in Jira or MES and raising NCRs or redlines where required

• Review work instructions, travelers, and checklists for accuracy, providing actionable feedback for revision and initiating improvement projects in safety, reliability, and tooling

• Act as a coach and role model for junior and standard technicians, providing on-the-job training and transferring best practices across the team

• Maintain a clean, organised, and audit-ready work environment compliant with ESD, safety, and cleanliness standards