Team Lead, AIT Engineering

Role Highlights

🔹Title: Team Leader, AIT Engineering

🔹Department: Global Manufacturing Organisation

🔹Location: Greece 

🔹Reporting to: Head of MAITE, Greece

🔹Type of Contract: Permanent 

🔹Working  model: On-site

🔹Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

The Mission of the AIT Engineer

ICEYE is seeking an AIT (Assembly, Integration & Testing) Engineering Team Leader to establish and lead the AIT Engineering function at our Athens location. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, ideal for an engineer with strong expertise in RF systems, electronics, and software, who is ready to take on team leadership responsibilities while continuing to contribute directly to AIT activities.

About ICEYE

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operations for Earth Observation, persistent monitoring, and natural catastrophe solutions; owning and operating the world's largest SAR constellation. ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates from five international locations with more than 900 employees from nearly 60 countries, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Our satellites acquire images of Earth at any time – even when it’s cloudy or dark – providing commercial and government partners with unmatched persistent monitoring capabilities. Information derived from our SAR images helps customers make data-driven decisions to address time-critical challenges in various sectors, such as maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance.

Our team is a tight-knit group of experts across many disciplines (e.g., business management, commercial,  engineering, software development, radar technology, etc.). We’re innovative, driven people who strive for excellence in everything we do. Teamwork, curiosity, and having fun are core values at ICEYE, and contribute to Making the Impossible possible!!

Why should you work for us?

ICEYE is at the cutting edge of new technology and we are continuing to build and operate our commercial constellation of SAR satellites. Working with ICEYE, you will be part of making the impossible possible, whilst shaping the Earth Observation industry. You will work with varied, diverse and engaged colleagues to further the ICEYE mission. At ICEYE we realise that without great people we can not succeed, therefore you will be an integral, valued and appreciated colleague, with the ability to directly shape the vision and direction of the business. 

We actively support Continuous Professional Development, and will provide access to a range of avenues to allow you to succeed, including courses, training and attendance at conferences. ICEYE is a place where your development, your growth and your success is a priority. 

Requirements

Role-specific Competences 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, Aerospace, or a related field.
• Strong technical background in RF systems, antennas, electronic boards, and/or RF test methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with satellite or complex electronics integration and testing, ideally across multiple subsystems.
• Solid understanding of system engineering fundamentals, including power systems, avionics, communications, and software–hardware interfaces.
• Experience with test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and RF measurement tools.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot issues across electrical, RF, and software domains during integration and system testing.
• Strong documentation skills, including writing test procedures, integration instructions, and test reports.
• Experience working with configuration management processes (ECOs, deviations, waivers, version control).
• Ability and willingness to perform hands-on work on the production floor, including assembly, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Experience with satellite AIT, space hardware, or aerospace qualification campaigns.
• Knowledge of environmental testing (vibration, thermal vacuum, EMC, anechoic RF testing).
• Experience developing or maintaining EGSE/MGSE, automated test scripts, or hardware test setups.
• Prior exposure to Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or production ramp-up environments.
• Experience working with ERP, MES, or test data management tools.
• Demonstrated leadership potential mentoring engineers, coordinating tasks, or leading technical work packages.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (Engineering, Production, Test, Systems).
• Fluent in English; ability to work in an international, fast-paced environment.

Key Competences

In addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:

• Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.
• Passion & Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.
• Ownership & Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.
• Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.
• Integrity & Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.

Application Process

• Talent Acquisition Interview
• Hiring Manager General  Interview
• Technical Interview (onsite or virtual), including a Technical Challenge
• Hiring Team Interview
• Offer Decision

Benefits

What We Offer at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team — which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority.

As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity. ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.

Benefits 

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational and accident insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission
• Competitive salary contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset. 

We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. 

Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.