Space Systems Engineer

Contract, Outside IR35

£competitive rate, discussed at application

Space, Satellite, Systems, Requirements, Engineering, ECSS

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Space Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team on a contract basis. working out of Oxfordshire Space hub.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space projects, working on the full life cycle of space systems from concept development through to in-orbit operations. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful design, development, integration, and testing of complex space systems.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the definition and analysis of system requirements for spacecraft, payloads, ground segments, or related space technologies.
• Develop system architectures, interface definitions, and performance budgets.
• Participate in trade-off studies and technical risk assessments.
• Support the integration and testing of space systems and subsystems.
• Develop and maintain system-level documentation, including specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including hardware, software, and operations engineers.
• Contribute to the resolution of technical issues and anomalies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations. ECSS/UKSA
• Potentially contribute to mission planning and analysis activities.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Systems Engineer within the space industry - for in-orbit products/satellites
• Strong understanding of space system engineering principles and methodologies.
• Experience with requirements management tools and processes.
• Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems (eg, AOCS, propulsion, power, TTC, thermal), payloads, or ground segment architecture.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools (eg, MATLAB, STK, Enterprise Architect, DOORS).
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience with specific space missions or programmes.
• Knowledge of ECSS (European Cooperation for Space Standardization) standards.
• Experience with verification and validation activities.
• Familiarity with different life cycle phases of space projects.
• Experience in a specific domain within space systems engineering (eg, avionics, mission analysis, ground systems).
• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.

Please apply with your CV and contact details in order for an experienced member of the team to be in touch.

We look forward to hearing from you!