R&D Satellite Build Engineer

About the role

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE's world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world's largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy, day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits. As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE's near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring including oil-spill detection, and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience. ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We have more than 900 employees, united by a shared vision: improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation. Your day-to-day responsibilities Execute the build and integration of engineering model satellites, including mechanical and electrical assembly Perform incoming inspection and verification of components prior to integration Support and execute functional, environmental, and system-level testing activities Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve integration issues, escalating where needed Document build, integration, and test results with full traceability Collaborate with design, test, and manufacturing teams to implement new configurations and design updates Support rapid iteration of prototype builds and improve build processes and tooling Translate evolving R&D requirements into structured and executable build activities

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in satellite, aerospace, or complex hardware system assembly, integration, or testing
• Strong understanding of mechanical and or electrical integration processes
• Experience following technical procedures with high quality and precision
• Familiarity with inspection, verification, and testing methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot integration challenges
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments with evolving requirements
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering teams
• Ownership mindset with focus on quality and timely delivery
• Experience with satellite or aerospace hardware systems
• Familiarity with cleanroom environments and ESD-safe practices
• Experience with environmental testing such as vibration or thermal vacuum
• Experience with configuration control and change management processes
• Application Process
• Recruiter screening
• Hiring manager interview
• Technical task
• Technical panel interview
• Final interview
• Working at ICEYE
• How We Work (Our Values)
• Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.
• Be curious : Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the why behind decisions.
• See the big picture : Stay close to what's happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
• Drive effective teamwork : Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
• Act as one team : We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
• Have fun : What we do matters and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

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Additional Information

Title : R&D Satellite Build Engineer Location : Espoo, Finland Department : Spacecraft Hardware Reports to : Engineering Test Lead Employment type : Permanent Workplace model : On-site / Hybrid Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO) Why this role matters: As an R&D Satellite Build Engineer, you'll enable rapid innovation by building, integrating, and validating engineering model satellites, ensuring new configurations are executed reliably and translated into flight-ready systems.

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