We are looking for a Propulsion AIT Engineer to lead the physical integration, assembly, verification, and test campaigns of propulsion systems and associated fluid/gas subsystems. You will work in a dynamic, high-tech environment in the Canary Islands, ensuring hardware meets operational requirements through rigorous quality control.Tips: Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.

Responsibilities Integration and Verification:

Lead the mechanical assembly, piping, and electrical integration of propulsion subsystems and pressurized fluid/gas lines.

Test Management

Plan, define, and execute functional and environmental test campaigns (leak/tightness tests, pressure/pneumatic testing, ignition sequences, and flow characterization).

Analysis and Troubleshooting

Apply analytical skills to troubleshoot integrated fluidic and mechanical components. Investigate root causes (RCA) and collaborate actively with the R&D; team to implement solutions.

Documentation and Change Management

Generate test procedures (AIT procedures) and test reports, and maintain full traceability of propulsion hardware.

Continuous Improvement and Infrastructure:

Specify, design, and optimize mechanical and electrical ground support equipment (MGSE/EGSE) and fluid test benches.

Academic Background and Qualifications: University degree (Bachelor's): Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience and Knowledge: 2+ years of professional experience in systems integration, advanced manufacturing,



complex hardware testing, or maintenance in high-tech, high-demand environments.

Experience working in multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, propulsion, thermofluids, electronics, and controls).

Strong analytical foundation for interpreting manufacturing drawings, P&ID;, electrical schematics, and CAD interfaces.

Hands-on experience with instrumentation, data acquisition, pressure sensors, flow meters, and temperature sensors, as well as handling high-pressure components and cleanroom environments.

Desirable Experience and Skills: Prior experience in the space sector (hot/cold gas propulsion systems, mono/bipropellant thrusters, or pressurized fluid management with helium/nitrogen).

Experience in highly regulated or complex industries (chemical/petrochemical, high-pressure industrial sector, robotics, automotive, or medical devices).

Proficiency with 3D CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks, NX) for interface review and tooling/MGSE design.

Knowledge of space test and quality standards (ECSS or equivalent).

Systems-level thinking: ability to assess the impact of anomalies at the propulsion subsystem level.

Personal Values and Competencies Proactivity and Flexibility:

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced development environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities.

Communication

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly communicate technical findings.

Initiative

Consistently identifies areas for improvement and safety in fluid/gas testing.

Learning Ability

Technical curiosity to master specific aspects of thermodynamics, cavitating fluid dynamics, and fluid/gas handling safety.

📌 AIT engineer (Madrid)
🏢 Ultra Composites Canarias
📍 Madrid