Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Company: Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Location: London

We’re working with a growing space engineering organisation delivering complex spacecraft missions across commercial and institutional programmes.

They’re looking for a Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer to lead mission definition, system architecture, and verification across the full spacecraft lifecycle from concept through to integration and validation.

The Role

  • Define mission CONOPS and derive system requirements
  • Lead mission analysis and spacecraft modelling
  • Manage system budgets (mass, power, data, fuel)
  • Deliver mission-level V&V including FMECA, FTA, FDIR
  • Support feasibility studies and bid activities
  • Coordinate across subsystem teams (GNC, propulsion, comms, software)
  • Support integration and test activities

What You’ll Need

  • Degree in Aerospace/Systems Engineering (or similar)
  • 5+ years’ space industry experience
  • Strong background in system architecture and full project lifecycle
  • Experience with spacecraft subsystems and mission-level V&V
  • Understanding of AIT and end-of-life/debris considerations

Posted: May 28th, 2026