Technical Lead - Space Robotics & Actuation Systems

iO Associates; Vlaams-Brabant; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

iO Associates are partnering with a European space technology company delivering advanced spacecraft systems. We seek a Systems Technical Lead to steer actuation, robotics and SSA product development from concept through delivery.

As technical reference, you will own architecture, define requirements, guide multidisciplinary teams, manage risks and drive design reviews to ensure successful space-grade solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience developing complex mechatronic, robotic or electromechanical systems.
• Background in space, aerospace, robotics, defence or high-tech engineering.
• Experience working with manufacturing or production teams.
• EU citizenship required due to project restrictions.

Responsabilités

• Lead the technical development of actuation systems, robotics and SSA hardware.
• Own system-level architecture, requirements definition and technical decision-making.
• Identify technical risks, bottlenecks and performance limitations early within programmes.
• Work closely with mechanical, electronics, software and production teams to ensure successful product delivery.
• Support design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout development activities.
• Act as the technical reference point for engineering teams and key stakeholders.

Connaissances

Systems engineering mindset

Leadership experience

Robotics / mechatronics

Space/aerospace experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Description du poste

Technical Lead - Space Robotics & Actuation Systems

Technical Lead – Space Robotics & Actuation Systems

iO Associates are currently partnered with an innovative European space technology company developing advanced spacecraft systems and next-generation space solutions. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we are looking to appoint a Systems Technical Lead to drive the development of complex actuation, robotics and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) products.

This is a highly influential technical leadership position, where you will act as the subject matter expert across the full product lifecycle, supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams from concept through to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of advanced spacecraft subsystems, including actuation systems, robotics and SSA hardware.
• Own system-level architecture, requirements definition and technical decision-making.
• Identify technical risks, bottlenecks and performance limitations early within programmes.
• Work closely with mechanical, electronics, software and production teams to ensure successful product delivery.
• Support design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout development activities.
• Act as the technical reference point for engineering teams and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Strong experience developing complex mechatronic, robotic or electromechanical systems.
• Background in industries such as space, aerospace, robotics, defence, advanced mobility or high-tech engineering.
• Experience with products such as: robotic arms, actuators, reaction wheels, motion control systems, spacecraft mechanisms
• Strong systems engineering mindset with the ability to understand technical challenges at both detailed and system level.
• Experience working closely with manufacturing or production teams.
• Previous leadership, technical lead or principal engineer experience.
• Space industry experience is highly desirable, although candidates with transferable expertise from adjacent sectors will also be considered.
• EU citizenship required due to project restrictions.

What’s on Offer?

• Opportunity to shape cutting-edge space technologies with real mission impact.
• High level of technical ownership and autonomy.
• Collaborative, fast-growing engineering environment.
• Long-term career progression within a rapidly expanding space business.