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Loft Orbital Solutions

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated <b>Jr. Test Technician</b> to join our growing team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the setup and execution of electrical and functional tests on satellite subsystems and components. Your expertise in test procedures and troubleshooting will be essential for ensuring the quality and reliability of our spacecraft.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About This Role:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Set up and configure test stations according to engineering procedures and specifications.</li><li>
Integrate and connect electronic equipment (e.g., power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers) for test execution.</li><li>
Prepare test fixtures and adapt them to accommodate various devices under test (DUTs).</li><li>
Execute test procedures meticulously, following detailed instructions and recording all test data accurately.</li><li>
Analyze test results, identify anomalies, and perform basic troubleshooting to isolate and resolve issues.</li><li>
Collaborate with engineers to investigate and resolve test failures.</li><li>
Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.</li><li>
Develop and maintain test documentation and reports.</li><li>
Assist in the development and improvement of test procedures and methodologies.</li><li>
Train and mentor junior technicians on test procedures and equipment usage.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Must Haves:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Diploma or Associate's Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or a related field.</li><li>
0-4 years of hands-on experience in electrical/electronic test and measurement.</li><li>
Proven experience in setting up and operating test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, power supplies).</li><li>
Strong understanding of basic electrical and electronic principles (e.g., circuits, signals, measurements).</li><li>
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and test procedures.</li><li>
Proficiency in using test equipment software and data acquisition systems.</li><li>
Basic knowledge of Python programming language for test automation (preferred).</li><li>
Experience with RF testing techniques and equipment (e.g., network analyzers, signal generators) is a plus.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>
Strong work ethic and commitment to quality and safety.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div>Orbitworks' mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital's heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.</div></div></div>

Jr. Test Technician

<div><div><div>Orbitworks is building satellites at a pace and scale that demand world-class manufacturing leadership. As our Director of Manufacturing, you will be the force that turns cutting-edge engineering into reliable, repeatable, and scalable production. This role sits at the heart of Orbitworks&rsquo; mission: taking complex, high-performance satellite designs and converting them into hardware that can be assembled, tested, and delivered with speed and precision.</div><div></div><div><br>
You will own the full design-to-manufacturing pipeline&mdash;driving DFX into early engineering conversations, ensuring MGSE and EGSE systems are robust and ready, and building the processes and teams that keep production flowing without surprises. This is a role for a practical, hands-on leader who thrives in ambiguity, solves real problems on real hardware, and knows how to ship.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you have led manufacturing and test teams through high-pressure builds, closed the gap between engineering intent and production reality, and delivered complex hardware on schedule, this is where your experience becomes a strategic advantage. Join us and help shape a manufacturing organization capable of producing high-autonomy satellite systems at scale.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Responsibilities:
</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li><b>Manufacturing Leadership &amp; Strategy</b></li><li>
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team covering manufacturing engineering, test engineering, MGSE, and EGSE design, implementation, and maintenance.
</li><li>Define the manufacturing strategy for design-to-production, ensuring alignment with company objectives, cost, quality, and schedule.
</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes, tooling, and test infrastructure.
</li><li><b>Design-to-Manufacturing Execution</b></li><li>
Accountable to oversee the translation of engineering requirements and product designs into actionable manufacturing execution items:
</li><li>Work instructions, assembly procedures, and test plans
</li><li>Tooling and ground support equipment (GSE) requirements
</li><li><b>Test scripts, verification, and validation protocols
</b></li><li>Ensure all manufacturing outputs accurately reflect engineering intent and functional requirements.</li><li>
Provide DFX feedback to engineering teams early in the design process to optimize manufacturability, testability, reliability, and cost.
</li><li><b>Cross-Functional Collaboration</b></li><li>
Act as the primary manufacturing interface within OPS (Production, Facilities, Supply Chain, QA) and other domains (Engineering, Software, and Technical Leads).
</li><li>Facilitate collaboration between engineering design, integration, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless handoff and execution.
</li><li>Review and approve manufacturing-related deliverables, including test plans, GSE specifications, and assembly instructions.
</li><li><b>Ground Support Equipment &amp; Test Systems
</b></li><li>Oversee MGSE and EGSE development, including definition, design, implementation, and lifecycle maintenance.
</li><li>Ensure test and verification systems meet engineering requirements and enable efficient production validation.
</li><li>Manage resource allocation and prioritization for test and manufacturing support activities.
</li><li><b>Operational Excellence &amp; Risk Management
</b></li><li>Develop and enforce manufacturing standards, procedures, and best practices.
</li><li>Identify potential manufacturing risks and proactively mitigate issues related to design, assembly, or testing.
</li><li>Implement KPIs to monitor manufacturing efficiency, quality, and compliance with engineering intent.
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Experience - Must Haves</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering is required. Master&rsquo;s degree is preferred.
</li><li>10+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing environments, preferably aerospace, satellite, or high-tech electronics.
</li><li>Proven experience in leading cross-functional manufacturing teams covering ME, TE, MGSE, and EGSE.
</li><li>Strong understanding of DFX, design-to-manufacturing principles, and test engineering.
</li><li>Experience developing work instructions, tooling, GSE, test plans, and scripts based on engineering requirements.
</li><li>Hands-on experience with MGSE/EGSE design, implementation, and maintenance.
</li><li>Excellent collaboration and communication skills, capable of interfacing with engineering, operations, and leadership teams.
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Experience in satellite or aerospace production environments (ideally LEO systems).
</li><li>Familiarity with Agile or concurrent engineering methodologies.
</li><li>Knowledge of regulatory standards and quality systems (AS9100, ISO9001).
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Competencies</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Leadership and team development
</li><li>Strategic thinking and operational planning
</li><li>Problem-solving and analytical skills
</li><li>Process improvement and DFX guidance
</li><li>Cross-functional collaboration
</li><li>Hands-on technical expertise
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div>Orbitworks' mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital's heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.</div></div></div>

Director of Manufacturing

<div><div><div>OW is transitioning from startup mode into an industrialized space-systems manufacturer, and we&rsquo;re looking for a Director of Industrial Management to help lead that shift. This role works across all Operations functions &mdash; AIT, QA, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, and Test &mdash; to drive alignment, readiness, and execution for near-term deliveries and long-term scaling.</div><div></div><div><br>
You&rsquo;ll partner closely with the VP of Operations and functional leaders to build the processes, capacity models, and operational rhythms that support reliable production and prepare the organization for higher throughput. The ideal candidate brings deep aerospace or avionics manufacturing experience, strong cross-functional leadership, and a talent for turning complex operational challenges into clear, executable plans.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you&rsquo;re motivated by enabling teams, improving execution, and helping shape the operational backbone of a growing space company, this role offers meaningful impact and room to grow.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Responsibilities
</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li><b>Strategic &amp; Transverse Leadership</b></li><li>
Act as the &ldquo;chief integrator&rdquo; across OPS (AIT, QA, Facilities, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Eng, Test Eng), ensuring alignment between daily execution and long-term strategic objectives.
</li><li>Translate high-level company milestones into OPS strategies, execution roadmaps, and capacity models.
</li><li>Anticipate operational bottlenecks, risks, and resource needs before they materialize, designing mitigation strategies proactively.
</li><li>Serve as a trusted deputy to the VP of OPS, able to step in as acting lead when needed.
</li><li><b>Execution &amp; Program Management
</b></li><li>Lead and coordinate operations programs, ensuring all functions deliver to cost, schedule, and quality targets.
</li><li>Manage the flow of material, tooling, and workforce capacity to support a high-mix, mid-volume production environment.
</li><li>Ensure digital manufacturing and data-driven tools are implemented and adopted effectively across the org.
</li><li>Drive &ldquo;OPS readiness reviews&rdquo; to ensure facilities, people, materials, and processes are prepared ahead of program needs.
</li><li><b>People &amp; Organizational Development
</b></li><li>Directly manage and grow a small cross-functional OPS program team (planner, project engineer, industrial engineer).
</li><li>Coach functional leaders in execution discipline, planning rigor, and continuous improvement.
</li><li>Build a culture of accountability, autonomy, and systems thinking across the organization.
</li><li>Influence without authority across senior engineering, manufacturing, and corporate teams.
</li><li><b>Continuous Improvement &amp; Scalability</b></li><li>
Deploy lean and digital manufacturing initiatives to reduce cycle time and improve quality.
</li><li>Standardize OPS processes and governance mechanisms to enable scale-up of production.
</li><li>Champion lessons-learned and post-mortem reviews to drive organizational learning.
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Experience - Must Haves</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
12&ndash;15+ years in Operations/Manufacturing leadership roles in space, aerospace, avionics, or adjacent high-reliability industries.
</li><li>Proven experience in mid-volume, high-mix production environments (satellites, avionics systems, or complex electromechanical hardware).
</li><li>Strong background in operational management and planning, and cross functional operational leadership.
</li><li>Demonstrated success influencing and aligning across multiple technical functions without direct authority.
</li><li>Track record of building teams and processes capable of scaling from startup mode to industrialized operations.
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Skills &amp; Attributes
</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>Systems thinker with strong ability to zoom in/out (from floor-level detail to strategic planning).
</li><li>Exceptional leadership presence: able to coach, challenge, and inspire across functions.
</li><li>Strong command of capacity planning, industrial engineering, and material flow.
</li><li>Adept at digital tools and modern manufacturing systems (ERP/MRP, PLM, digital data flows).</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
</li><li>Hands on experience in operational crises but able to remain calm, structured, and forward-looking.
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s in Engineering or Operations-related field (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Aerospace).
</li><li>Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) preferred.
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div>Orbitworks' mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital's heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.</div></div></div>

Director of Industrial Management

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