Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer – On-Orbit Servicing

Astroscale U.S.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Astroscale U.S. Inc. in Denver, CO is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Design Engineer to lead systems design across a range of service missions. You will deliver integrated satellite solutions and manage the satellite technical baseline in collaboration with prime contractors.

The role requires deep experience in space systems, CONOPS, ICDs, and lifecycle analysis, plus strong leadership and communication skills to guide teams across international time zones. Domestic travel (<20%) is expected as part of mission support.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering satellite projects on time.
• Understanding satellite life cycle and subsystems.
• On-orbit rendezvous and proximity operations desired.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an integrated technical solution for satellite systems.
• Define and manage systems engineering artifacts and baseline.
• Lead interface definition for on-orbit servicing payloads.
• Analyze risks and resolve technical issues.
• Travel domestically and internationally (<20%) for meetings.

Skills

Systems engineering

Satellite design

Leadership

Conops management

Requirements management

Interface coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Astroscale U.S. Inc. in Denver, CO is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Design Engineer to lead systems design across a range of service missions. You will deliver integrated satellite solutions and manage the satellite technical baseline in collaboration with prime contractors.

The role requires deep experience in space systems, CONOPS, ICDs, and lifecycle analysis, plus strong leadership and communication skills to guide teams across international time zones. Domestic travel (<20%) is expected as part of mission support.