Lead Space Systems Engineer & Technical Strategist

Raytheon UK; Winnersh; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon NORSS seeks an exceptional Space Systems Chief Engineer to shape the future of its space business. As the most senior engineering leader, you will provide strategic direction, lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver mission-critical capabilities across the space portfolio.

The role requires a strong background in defence, academia or commercial space, leadership in technology strategy, and a proven track record in software and systems engineering, with focus on Earth Observation, Space

Qualifications

• 2:1 bachelor’s degree in physics, mathematics, engineering or science.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) to articulate technical detail clearly.
• Knowledge of Space and Ground Segment architectures.
• Experience of Systems Engineering and full lifecycle development process.
• Working understanding of software development process.
• 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, technical bid writing and review.
• Experience writing and reviewing technical white papers and studies.
• Engineering team leadership and line management.
• Working understanding of modern digital technologies including cloud platforms, data security, and ML.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the organisation’s technical authority across space portfolio.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, mission-critical capabilities.
• Influence technical vision, growth and long-term success of the space business.
• Provide technical leadership at the highest level shaping current programmes and future capability development.
• Engage customers and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of complex space missions.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Raytheon NORSS seeks an exceptional Space Systems Chief Engineer to shape the future of its space business. As the most senior engineering leader, you will provide strategic direction, lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver mission-critical capabilities across the space portfolio.

The role requires a strong background in defence, academia or commercial space, leadership in technology strategy, and a proven track record in software and systems engineering, with focus on Earth Observation, Space