Spacecraft Systems Engineer Job at Boeing (El Segundo)

Lead Systems Engineer

Magdrive is developing the next generation of spacecraft propulsion. Our thruste...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Magdrive

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in systems engineering and product delivery in aerospace/space (or other complex engineering domains), including 2+ years in a senior capacity
Skilled at defining and managing system requirements and interfaces
Proven ability to plan and manage system integration and testing
Strong problem-solving and trade-off decision-making skills
Effective communicator and collaborator across disciplines
Direct space domain experience (e.g. spacecraft, propulsion, or satellite systems)

Job Responsibility

Define, implement, and maintain the system architecture for flight hardware and ground support systems
Own system-level requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), verification plans, and risk register
Ensure full traceability from customer needs to subsystem specifications and test cases
Plan and oversee system integration across hardware, software, and test environments
Collaborate with technical teams to ensure systems are buildable, testable, and deliverable
Support Product/Program teams with flight-readiness reviews and customer delivery milestones
Design, implement, and maintain systems engineering tools and processes (e.g. MBSE, configuration control, gated reviews)
Codify organisational knowledge into scalable workflows
Work closely with Product, Program, and Engineering teams to align technical decisions with delivery goals
Act as a system-level technical interface with customers and external partners

What we offer

25 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus long-service awards (up to 30 days)
Private medical insurance
Flexible working hours
Remote working where possible
Financial support for home office setup

Fulltime

Spacecraft Operations Engineer

As a member of the Spacecraft Operations team, ensure in-flight operations, anom...

Location

Germany , Darmstadt

Salary:

Not provided

Sopra Steria

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A university degree (or equivalent) in an engineering or discipline relevant to the job profile
experience of Spacecraft Operations preferably on Earth Orbit (GEO), spinning and/or 3-axis stabilized spacecraft with responsibility for one or more platform subsystems or instruments during operational validation, commissioning or routine operations phases
solid, demonstrable operational experience beyond just console use
practical understanding of spacecraft subsystems, especially AOCS
contributed to operational engineering tasks
experience of Spacecraft Operations Preparation preferably on Low Earth Orbit (LEO), with responsibility on development and validation of operational baseline (procedures, database etc.) including validation tools (e.g., S/C simulator) and ground segment M&C facilities
experience in satellite performance monitoring and reporting aspects including anomaly analysis and solving in liaison with satellite industry, procedure change control and configuration management processes
experience in the operation or development of satellite ground segment facilities, in particular procedure development, monitor and control, mission planning, on-board software management, performance analysis, configuration management and simulator facilities
experience of SCOS 2000 mission control systems and use of the APEX operations procedures preparation and execution tool
proven experience in the phases of LEOP and commissioning

Job Responsibility

Ensure proper in-flight operations for the Metep/Metop-SG spacecraft and provide on-call service
perform mission planning checks, monitoring daily operations in the on-call period
check and report about health and performance of assigned subsystems
contribute to anomaly investigation and resolution
develop and maintain operational baseline for anomaly handling and efficiency improvements
participate in spacecraft routine support activities provided by the satellite manufacturer
prepare annual performance reports for spacecraft subsystems
raise anomaly reports
assist in use of APEX procedure configuration tools/software
contribute to EPS/EPS-SG SIM development and maintenance

What we offer

An exciting and dynamic international working environment
inclusive and committed employer promoting a respectful working environment
encouragement for gender diversity and inclusivity

Fulltime

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

At Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, you will be part of a close-knit ...

Location

United States , Los Angeles; El Segundo

Salary:

104550.00 - 188750.00 USD / Year

Boeing

Expiration Date

March 31, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or other relevant engineering or science discipline
Minimum of 5 years of directly relevant aerospace industry experience, preferably with spacecraft systems
Demonstrated leadership and communications skills
Demonstrated experience with space systems engineering principles and techniques
Demonstrated familiarity with program management principles and tools
Demonstrated experience with power, mass, and other system budgets
Demonstrated experience with requirements analysis and flow-down
Demonstrated experience with design verification and validation processes
Demonstrated experience with configuration management
Demonstrated experience with satellite level integration and test processes

Job Responsibility

Supporting the technical execution for programs and leading teams developing spacecraft systems
Creating, monitoring, and guiding requirements definition, spacecraft design, procurement and fabrication, integration and test, and verification and validation of the overall space vehicle system
Interacting with subsystem and unit engineers, manufacturing and test personnel, and program management
Managing the technical elements of the space vehicle system
Performing all aspects of spacecraft systems engineering including performing preliminary concept development, trade studies, CONOPS definition, requirements decomposition and allocation, interface requirements definition, requirements verification and validation, support to integration and test operations, anomaly resolution, risk management, and schedule execution
Collaborating with program and financial leadership to ensure successful programmatic execution
Applying an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify a lifecycle balanced solution for space systems
Understanding spacecraft subsystems functions and interfaces. Develop integrated spacecraft system designs and solutions
Coordinating and communicating with subsystem engineering teams to ensure system execution
Applying model-based systems engineering techniques for the definition of the spacecraft system

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan
Generous company match to your 401(k)
Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations

Fulltime

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re c...

Location

United States , El Segundo

Salary:

104550.00 - 188750.00 USD / Year

Boeing

Expiration Date

March 31, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or other relevant engineering or science discipline
Minimum of 5 years of directly relevant aerospace industry experience, preferably with spacecraft systems
Demonstrated leadership and communications skills
Demonstrated experience with space systems engineering principles and techniques
Demonstrated familiarity with program management principles and tools
Demonstrated experience with power, mass, and other system budgets
Demonstrated experience with requirements analysis and flow-down
Demonstrated experience with design verification and validation processes
Demonstrated experience with configuration management
Demonstrated experience with satellite level integration and test processes

Job Responsibility

Responsible for all aspects of spacecraft systems engineering including performing preliminary concept development, trade studies, CONOPS definition, requirements decomposition and allocation, interface requirements definition, requirements verification and validation, support to integration and test operations, anomaly resolution, risk management, and schedule execution
Collaborates with program and financial leadership to ensure successful programmatic execution
Applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify a lifecycle balanced solution for space systems
Understands spacecraft subsystems functions and interfaces. Develop integrated spacecraft system designs and solutions
Coordinates and communicates with subsystem engineering teams to ensure system execution
Applies model-based systems engineering techniques for the definition of the spacecraft system
Participate in software integration and test activities to ensure mission functionality prior to deployment into operations
Performs tasks to analyze technical data, verify and sustain specific systems configurations in accordance with defined constraints and operational requirements
Performs various analyses to optimize the spacecraft system and/or system architecture
Resolves cross-functional technical issues

What we offer

medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan
Generous company match to your 401(k)
Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations

Fulltime

Head of Engineering

As a direct report to the CEO, you will play a critical role in building a resil...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

Not provided

C12 Quantum Electronics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree and/or Ph.D. in physics, engineering or a related technical field
10+ years of engineering leadership experience in high-tech industries such as semiconductors, advanced instrumentation, or quantum technologies
Proven experience in systems engineering of highly complex, large-scale technologies (e.g.quantum computers, spacecraft, aircraft, or multidisciplinary hardware systems)
Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), experience with an MBSE software platform and knowledge of system modelling, simulations, and analysis tools
Knowledge of quantum devices, cryogenic systems and RF/microwave systems or precision measurement tools (experience in at least one is required)
Thorough understanding of semiconductor design, integration & process modules including e-beam lithography, dry etch, wet etch, chemical vapour deposition (CVD), sputtering, and atomic layer deposition (ALD)
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Fluency in English is mandatory, fluency in French is preferred

Job Responsibility

Systems engineering: Guiding “the system” through its entire lifecycle - from initial conceptualisation and design through detailed development and rigorous validation
Collaborate with product, design & R&D teams to define, refine, and document system requirements that align with technical and business goals
Maintaining a system-level perspective, integrating cross-functional & external inputs and identifying technological barriers to industrialisation
Acting as a communication hub for technical decision-making and documentation, ensuring that the R&D knowledge is captured, understood, and applied throughout development
Defining and documenting validation test plans of components/sub-systems/systems to verify that each of them meets its specifications and performance targets
Collaborating with partnerships and supply teams to support informed make-or-buy decisions
Manufacturing & advance testing facilities: Designing, developing, and deploying a new quantum production line optimised for carbon nanotube-based quantum chips, building on processes developed by the R&D teams
to establish a stable, scalable process that enables high-throughput production.
Overseeing the conception, construction, and commissioning of advanced measurement and testing facilities
Collaborating with research and product teams to translate prototypes into scalable and manufacturable designs

Fulltime

Senior Systems Engineer

This role is an exciting opportunity to join the Systems team with responsibilit...

Location

United Kingdom , Guildford

Salary:

Not provided

Surrey Satellite Technology Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experienced spacecraft Systems Engineer (ideally 7+ years’ experience)
Experience of designing space missions starting from end-user requirements (cradle-to-grave)
Experience of designing and analysing space and ground segments to the sub-system level
Experience in requirements and verification management
Ideally with experience of spacecraft level verification testing
Ideally with system experience of in-orbit commissioning and associated spacecraft operations
A good degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics or Maths
Good working knowledge of orbit analysis, constellation configurations, RF link analysis, system budgets, operations, ground segment, space environment and satellite mechanical and electrical architectures
Good knowledge of a wide range of satellite applications, e.g. Earth observation, communications, navigation, science etc.
Good knowledge of requirements management

Job Responsibility

Working with the Sales and Engineering teams in support of bid / tender activities to generate technical solutions for a variety of customers
System level design of space and ground segments including requirements analysis, sensitivity analysis, mission analysis and design trade-offs
System engineering throughout all project phases: Requirements management and engineering
Preliminary and critical design phase activities, including mission conops development
System / subsystem level interfacing and trade-offs
System assembly and integration
Test planning, requirement verification testing, and system validation
System commissioning and operations
Perform cost, risk, schedule and performance trades
Lead / support technical studies for a variety of customers

What we offer

32 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
Private Medical & International Travel Insurance
Annual Bonus Scheme
Share Incentive Plan
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Pay for new parents
High Street Discount Scheme

Spacecraft Operations Engineer

This role is an exciting opportunity to join the Spacecraft Operations team with...

Location

United Kingdom , Guildford

Salary:

Not provided

Surrey Satellite Technology Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in Spacecraft Operations or Space Systems Engineering would be advantageous
Degree in Space engineering, or similar
Good understanding of space and ground segment systems
Good understanding of orbital mechanics
Understanding of RF communications systems
Good team working skills, together with the ability to interface with others at all levels
Excellent written documentation and communication skills
Attention to detail essential
Good organisation skills and able to prioritise own workload
Able to work autonomously and use own initiative to progress tasks

Job Responsibility

Managing spacecraft operations work packages for new missions
Working with the System Engineer to understand and help shape CONOPS for future missions
Identification and communication of spacecraft operations requirements and constraints for these missions
Supporting internal and external milestone reviews for projects
Supporting ground-based spacecraft testing
Producing spacecraft operations handbooks
Defining, documenting, and testing operational procedures
Defining, documenting, and testing spacecraft commissioning procedures
Planning and managing spacecraft commissioning campaigns
Customer Engineer support and training

What we offer

32 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
Private Medical & International Travel Insurance
Annual Bonus Scheme
Share Incentive Plan
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Pay for new parents
High Street Discount Scheme

Fulltime

Constellations Satellite Systems Engineer

A vacancy for a Constellations Satellite Systems Engineer has arisen within Airb...

Location

Spain , Madrid (Getafe)

Salary:

Not provided

Airbus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Proven experience required in: Systems engineering applied to satellites
Systems engineering processes, methods and tools
Mission analysis, constellation deployment strategies, multi-orbit analyses (LEO, VLEO, up to planetary transfers)
ECSS Standards
Satellite functional and AOCS/GNC subsystems
Space systems verification and validation
CONOPS definition and derivation of requirements
Coordination of program milestones and reviews
Schedule, risk and cost control

Job Responsibility

Acting as satellite chief engineer, lead the engineering team in the design, development, and testing of satellite systems, ensuring adherence to project requirements and industry standards
Establish constellation concepts responding to customer requirements and needs, deriving from the constellation concept the constellation system, satellite, platform and payload requirements
Establish Concepts of Operations meeting stakeholders expectations
Define the overall development schedule of satellite systems, with a focus on technology maturation processes, establishing and maintaining internal and external dependencies
Drive the adaptation of existing satellite product lines to ensure satisfying customer requirements while enabling mid-scale industrialization of the satellite concept
Define the satellite product breakdown structure, and identify industrial partners for its development
Maintain the overall engineering schedule for the satellite system, aligned with the development logic
Remain accountable for the OTOQOC execution of engineering activities in the satellite system development and implementation
Establish end-to-end performance budgets, ensuring flow-down of performance requirements to platform, payload, subsystems and equipment
Maintain end-to-end performance budgets, including the bottom-up verification process

What we offer

Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year
Attractive salary
Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance
Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location
Benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants
On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office
Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives
Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment
Option to access special rates in products & benefits

Fulltime

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Boeing

Location:
United States , El Segundo

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
March 21, 2026

Expiration:
March 31, 2026

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