Space Systems Engineer
// Role Summary
Join BAE Systems as a Systems Engineer with a focus on space missions, contributing to the full lifecycle of small satellite development. Be part of a team shaping the future of defence and security by tackling complex data in demanding environments.
// Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the full lifecycle of space system development.
- Experience with small satellites (Microsats, Nanosats, CubeSats) is highly desirable.
- Support spacecraft anomaly identification and resolution.
- Define, manage, and verify system-level requirements.
- Work with industry standards (ECSS, NASA, or equivalent).
- Must be willing and eligible for SC security clearance.
// Role Specification
Systems Engineer (Space BU)
Join BAE Systems and be part of a global team dedicated to pioneering progress and protecting what matters most. We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Systems Engineer with experience in space missions, ideally small satellites (Microsats, Nanosats, CubeSats).
In this role, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of space system development, from concept design and requirements definition through to integration, verification, and mission operations. Support to the spacecraft operations team for spacecraft anomaly identification and resolution may also be required.
The Space Business unit is primarily located in Alton, but hybrid working from home or another BAE Systems site may be acceptable, with occasional travel required.
Essential Requirements
- Experience in systems engineering within the space sector.
- Hands-on experience with small satellite programmes (Microsats, Cubesats or similar), preferably across the full project lifecycle.
- Working knowledge of typical spacecraft subsystems (AOCS, Comms, EPS, Payloads, OBC/Software, OBDH).
- Experience in defining, managing, and verifying system-level requirements.
- Experience with industry standards (ECSS, NASA, or equivalent).
- Experience with interfacing to external clients and suppliers and reporting project progress to internal and external stakeholders.
- You must be willing and eligible to be submitted for security clearance (minimum SC).
BAE Systems is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We embrace hybrid working, offering flexibility in when and where you work to enhance well-being and balance work and personal life. We are proud of an organisational culture where diverse perspectives and experiences drive excellence.