Junior AIT Engineer at Mullard Space Science Laboratory

Junior AIT Engineer
Full Time (Job share considered)
The post is initially funded for two years and is expected to continue after this period pending funding.
Salary: UCL Grade 6. The salary range will be £26,341 - £31,406 per annum, exclusive of London Allowance.
Space & Climate Physics
Dorking

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior AIT Engineer to join the AIT Group at the Department of Space and Climate Physics (Mullard Space Science Laboratory), University College London (UCL). The post holder will work within the AIT Group to support flight test campaigns for a number of European Space Agency (ESA) space missions. In the first instance the focus will be on the PLATO N-FEE project.

The successful candidate should hold an Engineering HNC/HND or have equivalent experience. A basic understanding of laboratory vacuum systems and cleanroom protocols, experience in FTIR spectroscopy systems and of working in a laboratory environment are essential for this post.

The candidate will have good analytical skills, demonstrated through a methodical approach and attention to detail. They will demonstrate planning effectively so that work is delivered in a timely manner. Building rapport and being comfortable with others across different cultures and backgrounds is also essential.

For further details about the vacancy and how to apply online please click APPLY and search on Reference Number 1879565

Informal enquiries should be made to Alex Rousseau (a.rousseau@ucl.ac.uk).

Applications should be completed on line, however if you are having difficulty accessing the on-line recruitment system please contact Suzanne Winter (s.winter@ucl.ac.uk) for advice.

The UCL Ways of Working for professional services supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work – please see https:////www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies-advice/ways-working to find out more.

Latest time for the submission of applications: 23:59.

Closing Date: 07/11/21
Interview Date: TBC

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within UCL at this level.

We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.

Our department is working towards an Athena SWAN award. We are committed to advancing gender equality within our department.

To apply click here https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/saf/login.cgi?owner=5041178&ownertype=fair&jcode=1879565&external=261981