Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer
Oxfordshire | Full-Time | Competitive Salary
We’re working with a growing space engineering organisation delivering complex spacecraft missions across commercial and institutional programmes.
They’re looking for a Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer to lead mission definition, system architecture, and verification across the full spacecraft lifecycle from concept through to integration and validation.
The Role
Define mission CONOPS and derive system requirements
Lead mission analysis and spacecraft modelling
Manage system budgets (mass, power, data, fuel)
Deliver mission-level V&V including FMECA, FTA, FDIR
Support feasibility studies and bid activities
Coordinate across subsystem teams (GNC, propulsion, comms, software)
Support integration and test activities
What You’ll Need
Degree in Aerospace/Systems Engineering (or similar)
5+ years’ space industry experience
Strong background in system architecture and full project lifecycle
Experience with spacecraft subsystems and mission-level V&V
Understanding of AIT and end-of-life/debris considerations