Space Systems Engineer

Job Description

Overview:
Join a forward-thinking team working with leading organizations in the space sector to deliver innovative solutions in satellite communications. Specializing in advanced space sensors for exploration and next-generation communication systems.

As part of our growing team, you will contribute to projects that are at the cutting edge of technology and engineering, helping to turn ambitious concepts into reality. If you’re passionate about space, thrive on solving complex challenges, and excel in collaborative environments, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Your Role:

  • Act as a key technical interface with customers, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams.
  • Capture, derive, and manage engineering requirements to address mission-critical needs.
  • Design and develop innovative solutions to engineering challenges.
  • Create and analyse system budgets (e.g., power, mass) to ensure optimal performance.
  • Oversee multidisciplinary teams through design, integration, and testing phases.
  • Plan and execute rigorous test campaigns for hardware and software systems.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues for mission-critical applications.
  • Deliver verified flight-ready systems meeting exacting customer specifications.

Your Experience and Skills:

  • Commercial experience in designing, manufacturing, and testing complex systems.
  • Previous experience working with optics, optical sensors, and opto-mechanical assemblies.
  • Familiar with formal configuration control methods and environmental testing.
  • Previous experience developing and executing test plans, specifications, and procedures.
  • Familiar with space industry standards such as ECSS.
  • Strong skills in Python, Visual Basic, MATLAB, or C++.
  • Hands-on experience with Manufacturing, Assembly, and Testing (MAT).
  • Open to occasional travel to support project delivery and team collaboration.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of an organization driving innovation in the space sector.
  • Work alongside industry leaders on cutting-edge, high-impact projects.
  • Access opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
  • Contribute to technologies shaping the future of space exploration and communication.

If you’re ready to take your engineering career to the next level and contribute to transformative space missions, apply today!

 

Bluestream Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an as an Employment Business for temporary / contract recruitment.