Electrical Technician

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space.We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth.Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Rocket Factory Ltd. is looking for a

Electrical Technician (m/f/d) UK/Shetlands

Our international and agile team is searching for a motivated electrical technician (f/m/d) in the UK. This is a rare opportunity to be involved in building and operation of the UK’s first vertical launch site. You will help lead the construction, installation, commissioning and maintenance of systems at our Launch site on the Shetland Islands, with the opportunity to travel to our other sites across Europe should the need arise. You will have the choice of either being based at the launch site in Unst, or working on a rotation pattern. If you enjoy working in a dynamic and international team of dedicated people, then apply.

Your Tasks

Installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment
Perform LOTO to ensure safe isolation and verification of zero energy state
Troubleshoot new and existing electrical systems, including new and existing machinery
Perform preventative repair and maintenance of electrical systems, devices, and equipment
Installation of electrical wiring and components to design and code specifications
Install and maintain power distribution across the launch site
Perform electrical installation and wiring of building facilities
Perform control cabinet wiring and commissioning
Carry out light fabrication and machining using common hand and power tools

Your Qualifications

ECS gold card – Installation Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical fitter, Wierman/Panel Builder
Previous experience in commercial or industrial electrical environment
Experience and good understanding of instrumentation and control systems
Experience with IT/ data systems and equipment
Ability to follow detailed electrical schematics
Understanding of fluid systems. pneumatic, cryogenics, hydraulics
Experience in maintenance and repair of UPS Systems
Experience with LABVIEW, C++, structured text, ladder logic
Experience with National Instrument, and Beckhoff hardware
MEWP and forklift license
Experience on UK construction
CSCS green card is desirable

rfa.space

Scotland

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 45,000

Full time

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