Lead Systems Engineer for Nanosatellite Constellations

GomSpace A/S; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

International work environment

Job summary

A leading space technology company is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer based in Aalborg, Denmark. This role is pivotal in driving the technical integrity of nanosatellite missions, from design to flight-ready hardware. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering and proven leadership skills. You will bridge customer vision with engineering execution and lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. The role offers opportunities for personal development and impactful work on global projects.

Qualifications

• Significant years in a Lead or Senior Systems role within the space industry.
• Mastery of ECSS/NASA standards.
• Expertise in requirements management and system-level verification.

Responsibilities

• Define and architect end-to-end missions.
• Drive the full development lifecycle.
• Translate complex needs into robust system specifications.
• Lead project systems teams to solve the toughest challenges.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Project Leadership

Cross-Disciplinary Communication

Analytical Thinking

Process Improvement

Education

MSc-level engineering education in aerospace or related fields

Tools

STK

GMAT

Job description

A leading space technology company is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer based in Aalborg, Denmark. This role is pivotal in driving the technical integrity of nanosatellite missions, from design to flight-ready hardware. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering and proven leadership skills. You will bridge customer vision with engineering execution and lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. The role offers opportunities for personal development and impactful work on global projects.