Space Systems Engineering Lead – Payloads

Auxo Talent; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 110.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Auxo Talent collaborates with a Barcelona‑based space technology company to recruit a Space Systems Engineering Manager. You will lead the design, development, integration, and validation of satellite payloads across the constellation and future missions, guiding a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑performance space systems.

This hands‑on leadership role combines technical ownership, team management, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver missions into orbit and advance the company’s

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Several years of experience in satellite and/or payload systems engineering.
• Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams within a space environment.
• Strong knowledge of satellite subsystems and payload technologies (power, comms, AOCS, propulsion, EO payloads).
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing, integration, and testing of payloads or satellite platforms.
• Expertise in system verification, validation, and environmental testing (vibration, acoustic, shock, thermal vacuum, EMC).
• Experience with AIV processes and ground support equipment (MGSE / EGSE).

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Space Systems Engineering function across all mission phases: design, analysis, integration, testing, launch, and operations.
• Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high technical standards and on-time delivery.
• Own end-to-end payload and system development, from early concept through in-orbit operations.
• Work closely with Software, Firmware, Remote Sensing, Payload, and Operations teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Lead R&D initiatives, technical proposals, and launch planning in close collaboration with the CTO.
• Support business development and sales activities by translating customer, partner, and supplier needs into technical requirements.
• Drive innovation by researching new technologies, proposing prototypes, and advancing system architectures, calibration methods, and operational concepts.
• Ensure robust project execution through strong documentation, agile workflows, and adherence to internal standards and best practices.
• Contribute to technical publications, company articles, and the development of internal procedures and specification manuals.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

Python development

Linux proficiency

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical mentorship

Systems engineering

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree in engineering

Herramientas

STK

GMAT

MATLAB/Simulink

SolidWorks

Descripción del empleo

Auxo Talent collaborates with a Barcelona‑based space technology company to recruit a Space Systems Engineering Manager. You will lead the design, development, integration, and validation of satellite payloads across the constellation and future missions, guiding a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑performance space systems.

This hands‑on leadership role combines technical ownership, team management, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver missions into orbit and advance the company’s