Technician
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LocationScotland
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentManufacturing
EquityIncluded
Company size11–50 people
First seenSep 8, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
HNC/HND qualified in Engineering Technology or similar technical degree
Familiarity with common electrical and mechanical build tools, and computer systems
Interest in all aspects of Satellites, Ground station, space and radio communications
Clear verbal communications
Flexible approach to getting stuck in and helping out
Work authorisation: United Kingdom
Skills
power tools
hand tools
radio test equipment
test software
soldering
electrical work
mechanical build tools
computer systems
Benefits
Casual dress
Company pension
Employee stock ownership plan
Flexitime
Manufacturing Lab Technician
About the company
Alba Orbital is a fast-growing start-up company based in Glasgow which specialises in building and sending the smallest (PocketQube) satellites in the world to space.
About the role
We’re looking for a technician to help assemble our Satellites, Ground stations, Deployers and to help support our commissioning of a new manufacturing / test space, alongside performing general tasks in support of our satellite manufacturing effort - this is a varied role.
Responsibilities:
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General work in support of all aspects of Satellite and radio Ground Station manufacturing
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Involves use of power tools, regular hand tools, sensitive radio test equipment, parts/tools organisation, administration, cleaning, organization, running test software.
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Involves electrical work and soldering
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General work in support of commissioning of new manufacturing/test space.
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Work can involve helping with space usage decisions, implementation of storage solutions, input into tool/furnishing selections, administration, implementing Lean Manufacturing principals.
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General work in support of our satellite manufacturing effort. Work can involve lending support to small mechanical/electronic builds, procurement administration, logging of stock/stock management, Quality Assurance, and selection of tools and equipment
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Any miscellaneous duties as requested
Requirements
REQUIRED APPROACH:
Flexible approach to getting stuck in and helping out is absolutely essential. Would suit someone who likes variety in their work.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
We’re looking for someone with a can-do attitude who can motivate themselves at the same time as fitting in well with a positive goal-oriented team.
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HNC/HND qualified in Engineering Technology or similar technical degree
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Familiarity with common electrical and mechanical build tools, and computer systems
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Interest in all aspects of Satellites, Ground station, space and radio communications
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Clear verbal communications
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person (Hillington, Scotland)
Benefits:
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Casual dress
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Company pension
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Employee stock ownership plan
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Flexitime
Schedule: Monday to Friday (days)
Education: Any
Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Job Application:
If this sounds exciting to you then please forward your C.V. and Cover Letter to: [email protected]
Legal
Alba Orbital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
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