Chief Space Systems Engineer — Leadership & Strategy

RTX

Gloucester

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

RTX NORSS is seeking an exceptional Space Systems Chief Engineer to help shape the future of our space business. As the most senior engineering leader, you will provide technical direction across the space portfolio and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities.

You will shape the technical vision, strategy, and investment planning, ensuring delivery across Earth Observation and SDA/ISR architectures while partnering with customers and stakeholders to meet strategic

Qualifications

2:1 bachelor’s degree in physics, mathematics, engineering or science.
Excellent written and oral communication to articulate technical detail with colleagues and partners.
Knowledge of Space and Ground Segment architectures.
Experience of Systems Engineering and full lifecycle development.
Understanding of software development processes.
Strong understanding of Space Domain Awareness (SDA) or Space-based ISR systems.
Knowledge of secure remote data handling architectures.
Experience in bid submission including solution definition and technical bid writing.
Experience writing and reviewing technical white papers and studies.
Engineering leadership and line management experience.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic technical direction across the space portfolio.
Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities.
Shape technical vision, growth and long-term success of the space business.
Engage customers and stakeholders to ensure delivery of complex space missions.
Lead in development and delivery of SDA, Earth Observation and ISR architectures.