Senior Space Systems Engineer - Onboard Processing Lead

S[&]T; Delft; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

S&T in Delft is seeking a Senior Space System Engineer to lead system engineering for our first-generation onboard processing platform. You define requirements, manage trade-offs, and guide cross-disciplinary teams across hardware and software for aerospace missions.

You will collaborate with system architects, FPGA, embedded and electronics engineers to deliver high‑performance, space‑qualified products, while aligning with ECSS standards and security clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive system engineering practices, guidelines and processes.
• Understanding of satellite ops, onboard data processing or related tech desirable.
• Ability to work with mechanical, electronics, FPGA and embedded engineers.
• Strong English communication; Dutch is an advantage.
• Affinity with Defence sector and ability to obtain security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage requirements with stakeholder input.
• Perform trade-off analyses with System Architects.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Support system integration, test, verification, and qualification processes.
• Develop and maintain system engineering documentation (ICDs, plans, reports).
• Research ECSS and ensure compliance throughout development.
• Support and guide colleagues in system engineering activities.

Skills

System engineering

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Technical risk assessment

Documentation

English communication

Education

Aerospace Engineering degree

Job description

S&T in Delft is seeking a Senior Space System Engineer to lead system engineering for our first-generation onboard processing platform. You define requirements, manage trade-offs, and guide cross-disciplinary teams across hardware and software for aerospace missions.

You will collaborate with system architects, FPGA, embedded and electronics engineers to deliver high‑performance, space‑qualified products, while aligning with ECSS standards and security clearance requirements.