CareerPlan

Systems Engineer

Stevenage, GBFull-time2026-10-13 → 2026-11-11
HybridSecurity clearance required

Core

Define early mission architectures, lead feasibility studies, and develop end-to-end mission concepts for new satellite technologies and space programs.

Role type

Senior Systems Engineer (Space & Satellite)

Builds

Early-phase satellite mission concepts and architectures

Domain

Aerospace / Space Systems

Required skills

Systems engineering principles, mission architecture design, technical trade-off analysis, system budget interpretation, feasibility study leadership, bid and proposal technical support

Preferred skills

Experience in Space or Aerospace, familiarity with Modelling & Simulation tools, ability to work in ambiguity

Technologies

Modelling & Simulation tools

Responsibilities

Define early mission architectures and conduct feasibility studies; Develop end-to-end mission concepts including system-level trade studies; Engage with customers, universities, and partners to explore new mission opportunities; Support technical aspects of bids and proposals; Apply systems engineering principles to ensure concepts are credible and deliverable.