AIT Technician | Techniker/in AIT (w/m/d)

Job Summary

The Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research is seeking an AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Test) Technician to join the team developing the Photospheric Magnetic field Imager (PMI) for the ESA Vigil mission. In this role, you will play a critical part in the lifecycle of scientific space instrumentation. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing test setups, executing integration and testing campaigns at both the subsystem and instrument levels, and maintaining rigorous technical documentation. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary project team and external partners. The ideal candidate is a state-certified technician with a background in mechanical or electronic development. This position is unique as it offers the opportunity to contribute to high-level space research within a world-leading scientific institution, providing a professional environment that balances technical precision with international collaboration, long-term development prospects, and a strong focus on work-life balance.