Lead Space Systems Engineer

Harwell, Oxfordshire | Full-Time | Competitive Salary

We’re working with a cutting-edge space technology company developing advanced spacecraft and in-orbit systems. As they scale, they’re looking for a Lead Space Systems Engineer to take ownership of system architecture, integration, and mission delivery.

This is a senior, high-impact role for someone who enjoys leading complex spacecraft programmes from concept through to flight.

The Role

• Own end-to-end spacecraft system architecture

• Lead requirements development, trade studies, and interface definitions

• Drive system-level reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, FRR)

• Oversee integration, environmental testing, and verification

• Lead anomaly resolution and technical decision-making

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (propulsion, GNC, avionics, thermal, structures, ops)

• Support future mission concepts and proposals

What You’ll Need

• 7+ years’ experience in spacecraft systems engineering

• Experience across multiple spacecraft subsystems

• Strong background in requirements, V&V, and flight hardware integration

• Solid understanding of the full mission lifecycle

• Confident communicator and technical leader