AIT- coordinator Solar Arrays

AIT Manager | 40 hr | Leiden area | Space industry | Assembly, Integration & Test | Start date: ASAP | Duration: 1 year deta-vast | Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands

Start date: As soon as possible
Hours: 40 hours per week (minimum 32 hours on-site)
Location: Leiden
Duration: 1 year deta-vast, thereafter a possible option for a permanent position
Reason: More capacity needed

Company description

At Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands, we work at the frontiers of technology in one of the most challenging and rapidly changing industries in the world: Space. Our products and services – including Solar Arrays, Launcher Structures, Instruments and Optical Communication – are among the best in the world. They enable missions that are of great importance for our everyday life on Earth. Our multidisciplinary teams develop, integrate and test innovative space systems that contribute to some of the world's most advanced satellite missions.

About the role

For the AIT department, Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands is looking for an AIT Manager. In this role, you will coordinate and manage Assembly, Integration & Test activities for the development of next-generation flexible Solar Array systems. You will ensure that internal test facilities, planning and test execution are aligned, enabling projects to be delivered safely, efficiently and according to schedule. You will work closely with Team Leaders, Project Managers and Engineering teams while coordinating multiple stakeholders throughout the development process.

Your role & responsibilities

• Coordinate Assembly, Integration & Test activities across multiple projects;

• Develop and manage AIT planning and execution strategies;

• Coordinate internal test facilities and test campaigns;

• Ensure test plans are executed according to quality, planning and safety requirements;

• Manage technical and operational stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle;

• Monitor progress, risks and project milestones;

• Drive continuous improvement of AIT processes;

• Support the successful delivery of advanced Solar Array programs.

Your profile

You are an organized technical project leader who enjoys coordinating complex engineering activities in a multidisciplinary environment. You bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline;

• Approximately 5-10 years of relevant experience;

• Experience coordinating engineering or AIT activities within a high-tech environment;

• Strong planning and stakeholder management skills;

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar);

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel;

• Excellent communication skills in English;

• Experience within the aerospace or space industry is considered a strong advantage.

What we offer

• A key coordination role within one of the world's leading space organizations;

• The opportunity to contribute to innovative satellite programs;

• An international and highly collaborative working environment;

• Exposure to advanced space technologies and multidisciplinary engineering teams;

• A one-year deta-vast assignment with the possibility of permanent employment.

For questions: robert.vandenouwelant@headfirst.nl