Spacecraft Mission Operations Engineer

UK Space Jobs; Alton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Space Jobs in Hampshire seeks a Spacecraft Systems Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of space system development, from concept design to mission operations. You'll work with multidisciplinary teams on defence and space projects and help ensure technical coherence and successful delivery of mission objectives.

The role involves leading design and verification activities for small satellite missions, knowledge of subsystems (AOCS, Comms, EPS, Payloads, OBC/Software, OBDH) and

Qualifications

• Experience in systems engineering within the space sector.
• Hands-on involvement with small satellite programmes (Microsats/Cubesats).
• Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems (AOCS, Comms, EPS, Payloads, OBC/Software, OBDH).

Responsibilities

• Support or lead design and operational activities for small satellite missions.
• Support spacecraft commissioning and anomaly investigation/resolution.
• Perform mission needs analysis, trade studies and system architecture development.
• Define, manage and validate system-level requirements and interfaces.
• Conduct functional analyses and performance modelling; engage with external equipment providers.

Skills

Space systems engineering

Small satellite programmes

Job description

UK Space Jobs in Hampshire seeks a Spacecraft Systems Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of space system development, from concept design to mission operations. You'll work with multidisciplinary teams on defence and space projects and help ensure technical coherence and successful delivery of mission objectives.

The role involves leading design and verification activities for small satellite missions, knowledge of subsystems (AOCS, Comms, EPS, Payloads, OBC/Software, OBDH) and