Spacecraft Systems Engineer - Systems Analysis

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative missions, working on the design, analysis, and development of advanced spacecraft systems. You will play a pivotal role in shaping mission architecture, driving system-level design, and providing technical leadership throughout the entire project lifecyclefrom initial concept through launch and in-orbit operations.

• Lead system-level trade studies and analyses to optimize spacecraft architecture and mission performance.
• Develop and maintain system budgets mass, power, data and requirements documentation.
• Prepare and review subsystem requirements to support procurement and integration.
• Adapt and refine system designs in response to mission evolution, collaborating closely with subsystem leads and external partners.
• Conduct Failure Detection, Isolation, and Recovery FDIR reviews and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA.
• Produce and maintain key system documents, including CONOPS, V&V plans, and system test plans.
• Present technical findings to internal and external stakeholders, supporting bids and early-stage mission development.
• Support Assembly, Integration, and Test AIT activities, launch campaigns, and in-orbit commissioning.
• Provide technical support to operations teams during critical mission phases.

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related STEM field; advanced degree desirable.
• Demonstrable experience in spacecraft systems engineering, ideally across the full mission lifecycle.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with systems engineering methodologies requirements analysis, verification, and validation.
• Proficiency with simulation and modeling tools e.g., MATLAB, Python, STK and requirements management platforms e.g., JAMA, DOORS.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and with external partners.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Be part of a collaborative, diverse, and forward-thinking team working on groundbreaking space missions.
• Influence mission-critical decisions and see your work delivered from concept to orbit.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a thriving sector.

How to Apply If you are passionate about space systems engineering and want to make a real impact on the future of space technology, apply now to join Holt Executives client in Harwell.

Please note: This position is offered by Holt Executive on behalf of a leading space industry client. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process.