In-Space Missions is hiring a

Senior Systems Engineer

Alton, United Kingdom
Full-Time

Who are you?

As a Senior Systems Engineer with a background in an engineering discipline such as; Space, Aerospace or Automotive you will be happy to work on a range of activities from technical studies to small spacecraft systems and subsystems. You will be comfortable working as part of a team to deliver projects to a variety of customers including institutional, academic and commercial organisations.

The role requires knowledge and experience of designing, developing, building, and delivering complex technical solutions. Whilst the primary responsibilities of the role lie in project delivery, you may get involved in other areas of the business including Bid Management.

You will be willing to flex priorities to support others where necessary and be comfortable working within a fast-paced environment. You will take pride in your work and be comfortable working in a customer-facing environment, presenting to clients, suppliers and partners.

You will be educated to at least degree-level or equivalent in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline along with experience in a number of the following areas;

  • Systems Engineering on a small satellite programme, preferably across the full project lifecycle;
  • Technical delivery of complex systems, software and/or electronic hardware;
  • Spacecraft AIT and/or operations;
  • Delivery of space technology and/or space mission studies or R&D projects;
  • Technical pre-sales support and technical inputs to bids;
  • Working in and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams;
  • Interfacing to external clients;
  • Reporting project progress to internal and external stakeholders;
  • Working with suppliers;
  • Following processes;
  • Knowledge of Space Standards (i.e. ECSS);
  • Knowledge of UK Space Industry.
  • Proficient in use of appropriate technical modelling tools (for example; STK, GMAT and/or others such as CAD software packages);
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project);
  • Proficient in general programming, e.g. Python, Java, C/C++;
  • Excellent communicator, both written and verbal;
  • Confident working in project delivery and bid teams.

What will you be doing here?

Responsibilities will include:

  • Co-ordinating and managing technical inputs to spacecraft design and development from internal and external parties including (but not limited to):
  • Payload providers;
  • Sub-contractors and suppliers (including launch providers);
  • Users;
  • Customers;
  • Regulatory authorities.
  • Definition and/or management of requirements from Mission and System Level and derivation of technical requirements to subsystem and equipment level (with support from senior team members and specialists);
  • Management and tracking of requirements through project delivery;
  • Derivation and management of system technical budgets and margins, with support from senior team members as required, including (but not limited to):
  • Mass budget;
  • Power budget;
  • RF link budget;
  • Thermal budget;
  • Delta-V budget.
  • Management of spacecraft interfaces;
  • Supporting the definition of spacecraft test and flight harnesses and MGSE/EGSE.
  • Management and execution of Validation and Verification activities at a subsystem and system level (including lab testing).
  • Collaboration with project managers to provide inputs to schedules; risk management plans; budget management and other project artefacts as required;
  • Technical pre-sales support to prospecting and bid activities;
  • Provision of technical inputs into technical consultancy activities such as customer supports, studies and R&D projects;
  • Supporting spacecraft operations.

About In-Space Missions   

In-Space Missions (ISM) are world class experts who design, build and operate space missions for global customers from our UK site. We also offer ‘Space as a Service’ by flying customer payloads on our spacecraft and by providing customers the ability to upload digital applications to operate on our hardware. ISM was founded in 2015 and has grown to comprise approximately 100 staff. The company was acquired by BAE Systems in 2021 and operates from offices and satellite cleanrooms located in Alton, Hampshire in the UK. 

 

Culture   

We have a close-knit and supportive team, with diversity and inclusion being a key to our success. Although we are looking to rapidly expand our team, we are passionate about maintaining our small company ethos, something which is at the heart of our culture. We welcome varying backgrounds, skills, perspectives and life experiences.  Here at In-Space Missions we are embracing Hybrid Working. Wherever possible, we offer flexible working arrangements to allow us to balance our work and personal life more effectively. 

 
What can we offer you?   

 

  • Financial Reward: Competitive salary, 10% Non-Contributory Pension with the option for additional salary sacrifice, free onsite parking, access to BAE Share Incentive Plan, Income protection, 3 x salary life assurance policy, discounted shopping and much more 
  • Work / Life Balance: 37.5 hour week, hybrid working options, flexible working around core hours, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays  
  • Personal Development: Personalised development plan along with access to BAE’s E-learning courses 
  • Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Scheme with AXA Healthcare (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), travel insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, eye tests 

Recruitment Process   

If you’ve been shortlisted for the role, our Recruitment team will reach out to schedule a 1st stage Teams interview with you.  

We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible so if you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.Additionally, if you don’t meet all of the criteria please still apply. We really enjoy meeting diverse people who might bring a fresh perspective on a problem we need to solve!  

  

Unfortunately, we do not offer sponsorship. Please be aware that many roles working for In-Space Missions will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the company. 

 

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