Senior Systems Engineer

About us

We are EnduroSat! A fast-growing space scale-up at the forefront of satellite innovation, specializing in advanced software-flexible satellites for commercial, governmental, and scientific endeavors.

• This is more than a job, it’s a mission

  We are making space universally accessible and redefining the possible.

• We get things done

  We take ownership of what we do and we work hard to make a difference.

• We are fearless

  Transparency is our only way forward. We dare to address and resolve issues head-on.

• We learn from our mistakes

  We deliver, take informed risks, and evolve to achieve our goals. We compare with the best version of ourselves.

What is the role?

As a Senior Systems Engineer at EnduroSat, you will play a key role in the development of our cutting-edge, software-flexible satellites. You will define and manage system requirements, communicate with customers to understand their needs, and steer projects through their entire lifecycle. In this dynamic position, you will work closely with our talented software and hardware engineers, ensuring seamless alignment between technical proposals and customer needs. You will also play a crucial role in evaluating and negotiating satellite solutions, contributing to the success of commercial, governmental, and scientific missions.

Please be aware that this is not an IT or System Administrator position. This position is specifically focused on advanced systems engineering within the space industry.

Some of your daily tasks will include:

• Defining and managing system requirements for satellite projects, ensuring they align with customer needs and mission objectives.
• Collaborating with software and hardware engineers to refine technical solutions, ensuring all components work harmoniously.
• Communicating with customers to evaluate and negotiate technical proposals and solutions for satellites and subsystems.
• Driving projects through their entire lifecycle, from concept to deployment, ensuring smooth execution and on-time delivery.
• Translating high-level customer visions into detailed technical features and product criteria, ensuring alignment across all stakeholders.

What do we look for?

• BSc or MSc degree in aerospace engineering, electronics, computer science or similar field.
• Experience in the design and development of nanosats and/or smallsats.
• Knowledge of satellite systems, including subsystems such as communication, power, and propulsion.
• Experience with setting requirements between different expertise groups.
• Experience with high-level requirements decomposition into well-defined system and subsystem requirements.
• Ability to communicate through and understand graphical representations (schematics, sequences, state diagrams).
• Professional requirements: writing experience.

How to Stand Out:

• Proficiency in using engineering software and tools for satellite design and analysis, e.g. SolidWorks.
• Experience analysing different mission budgets like power, link, delta-V.
• Experience with orbit simulation tools e.g., STK, GMAT.
• Experience with DFMEA.
• Basic working knowledge of C/C++ or Python.
• Knowledge of UML/SysML.
• Project and Risk Management Skills.
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence).

Why EnduroSat?

• Fast-paced and delivery-focused culture

  We work with well-defined quarterly based objectives, that allow us to fast track the progression of our work and improve as we go.

• Tough engineering challenges & hard-core R&D

  You will be able to work on unique space technology and build next-gen innovations, while mentored by world-recognized space experts.

• Constant learning and progression

  Own your personal growth by navigating through our career progression framework and educational programs.

• Chance to join our space educational program

  Meet international space experts and improve your knowledge and skillset with our hands-on educational program.

At EnduroSat, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, this position is suitable for people with disabilities in accordance with the People with Disabilities National Regulation Act, ensuring accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.