Space Systems Engineer
pAre you ready to take your career to new heights? At D-Orbit, we're pioneering the future of space logistics and transportation. Established in 2011, our company has been at the forefront of helping businesses unlock the full potential of the final frontier—profitably and sustainably. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of highly skilled individuals, all driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. So, if you are passionate about space and ready to take your ambition to new heights, join us in our global mission to push the boundaries of what's possible! /ppIn this position, you will lead technical activities in space programs that involve the development of commercial spacecraft platforms. You will be responsible for the end-to-end engineering of space-based solutions, from requirements definition and design definition to in-orbit support, including integration, verification and validation. You will work in a multidisciplinary environment, cooperating with a wide variety of specialty engineering teams (e.g. Electric and Electronics, Mechanical, Communications, Flight Software, Propulsion, AOCS, AIT, etc) and non-technical stakeholders (e.g. Program Managers, Business Developers, Procurement Specialists, etc) to achieve the objectives of the missions you are assigned into. /ppDue to the nature of this role, you will represent D-Orbit in front of external customers, suppliers and partners. Consequently, as part of your role, you will coordinate activities to generate the required deliverables and defend D-Orbit's mission solutions in front of relevant academic, institutional or commercial stakeholders. /ph3Key tasks and responsibilities /h3ulliLead the lifecycle of system, segment, subsystem and/or equipment specifications; /liliLead the architectural and design definition of space segment solutions; /liliPerform and maintain system analysis studies, including budgeting (e.g. power, mass, link, data, delta-V) and performance analyses, technology trade-off analyses (e.g. TRL assessment, buy-make decisions), dependability analyses (e.g. FMEA, FTA), etc; /liliGenerate engineering plans such as Design and Development, Verification or Validation plans; /liliDefine and maintain internal and external interfaces for the systems you are assigned to work on; /liliSupport specialty engineering teams to design and develop spacecraft subsystems, equipment and components; /liliSupport the planning, execution and reporting of integration, verification, validation and qualification activities such as environmental, functional, performance or end-to-end test campaigns; /liliSupport the preparation of flight operations for new spacecraft solutions and, when called,
the investigation of in-orbit anomalies; /liliPrepare and maintain key systems engineering deliverables such as technical specifications, interface control documents, life cycle concepts, design description files, etc; /liliTailor and justify compliance to relevant space industry standards (e.g. ECSS, CSSDS) and internal processes; /liliLead technical efforts in the preparation of proposals; /liliInteract with external stakeholders (e.g. customers, suppliers, partners, institutions, regulators) representing D-Orbit's technical team within the frame of the assigned programs. This includes defending D-Orbit’s technical solutions in milestone reviews; /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliDemonstrable experience in requirements engineering, including capture, derivation, maintenance and verification of requirements; /liliDemonstrable experience in system analysis, trade-off and budget preparation and maintenance (e.g. mass, power, data, link, or thermal budgets); /liliDemonstrable experience in system integration and testing, including reviewing test procedures, witnessing tests, and analysing results; /liliDemonstrable experience authoring technical documents, preparing milestone data packs on time and quality, and successfully passing milestone reviews; /liliDemonstrable experience in successfully driving technical activities involving the coordination of multiple external stakeholders; /liliFamiliarity with relevant space industry standards (e.g. ECSS, CCSDS); /liliStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, systems-thinking mindset; /liliSelf-starter with strong organisational skills; able to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams; /liliExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including preparation of clear technical documentation and presentations; /liliFull professional proficiency in English is mandatory; additional languages are an asset; /liliProactive mindset aimed at improving the overall project performance and meeting the industrial goals; /liliDeep knowledge of AI tools. /li /ulpWe offer a base salary range of €40,000–€55,000 gross per year for this role, depending on experience and location, plus a performance-based variable component. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, location, and internal consistency across comparable roles. /ph3Additional Benefits /h3ulliMeal vouchers /liliVariable compensation /liliWellhub platform, offering a wide range of fitness, wellness,
and wellbeing services /liliSerenis platform, including unlimited individual psychotherapy, nutrition, and coaching sessions /liliFlexible working arrangements, including lavoro da remoto options and flexible scheduling based on role and team requirements /li /ulh3Hiring Process /h3pHere’s how our hiring process works—simple and straightforward: /pulliApplication Review – We carefully review applications that match the key requirements of the role. If your profile is selected for the next stage, a member of our People Culture team will contact you directly. /li /ulpWe genuinely appreciate every application, even when there is not a match for the current opportunity. /pulliIntroduction Call – A conversation with the People Culture team to get to know each other, discuss the opportunity, and align expectations. /liliTechnical and Team Interviews – One or more interviews focused on the skills, experience, and approach relevant to the role. /liliOffer – If there is a strong mutual fit, we will share an offer and discuss the next steps. /li /ulpThe exact process may vary depending on the role. /ppWe aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and appreciate your patience as we carefully evaluate applications. /ppWe’re excited to get to know you and see if you might be the next person to help us shaping the future of space! /ph3NON-EU Applicants /h3pAt this time, we can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based. /ppPlease note that this role requires a regular on-site presence and is not a fully remote position. /ppSome activities must be carried out in our facilities, many others are location-independent, and they can be performed effectively even remotely. This is why we don't measure the performance of people by how many hours they spend at the office: we only measure the outcome. /ppAt D-Orbit, diversity and inclusivity are not just values, they are integral to our mission and the way we operate. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and celebrated for their unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it also leads to better decision making, innovation, and overall success. We actively strive to build a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, and where all voices are heard and valued. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered to share their ideas, and where everyone is given equal opportunities to grow and excel. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we will continue to work diligently to create an inclusive culture at D-Orbit that reflects this /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
the investigation of in-orbit anomalies; /liliPrepare and maintain key systems engineering deliverables such as technical specifications, interface control documents, life cycle concepts, design description files, etc; /liliTailor and justify compliance to relevant space industry standards (e.g. ECSS, CSSDS) and internal processes; /liliLead technical efforts in the preparation of proposals; /liliInteract with external stakeholders (e.g. customers, suppliers, partners, institutions, regulators) representing D-Orbit's technical team within the frame of the assigned programs. This includes defending D-Orbit’s technical solutions in milestone reviews; /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliDemonstrable experience in requirements engineering, including capture, derivation, maintenance and verification of requirements; /liliDemonstrable experience in system analysis, trade-off and budget preparation and maintenance (e.g. mass, power, data, link, or thermal budgets); /liliDemonstrable experience in system integration and testing, including reviewing test procedures, witnessing tests, and analysing results; /liliDemonstrable experience authoring technical documents, preparing milestone data packs on time and quality, and successfully passing milestone reviews; /liliDemonstrable experience in successfully driving technical activities involving the coordination of multiple external stakeholders; /liliFamiliarity with relevant space industry standards (e.g. ECSS, CCSDS); /liliStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, systems-thinking mindset; /liliSelf-starter with strong organisational skills; able to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams; /liliExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including preparation of clear technical documentation and presentations; /liliFull professional proficiency in English is mandatory; additional languages are an asset; /liliProactive mindset aimed at improving the overall project performance and meeting the industrial goals; /liliDeep knowledge of AI tools. /li /ulpWe offer a base salary range of €40,000–€55,000 gross per year for this role, depending on experience and location, plus a performance-based variable component. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, location, and internal consistency across comparable roles. /ph3Additional Benefits /h3ulliMeal vouchers /liliVariable compensation /liliWellhub platform, offering a wide range of fitness, wellness,
and wellbeing services /liliSerenis platform, including unlimited individual psychotherapy, nutrition, and coaching sessions /liliFlexible working arrangements, including lavoro da remoto options and flexible scheduling based on role and team requirements /li /ulh3Hiring Process /h3pHere’s how our hiring process works—simple and straightforward: /pulliApplication Review – We carefully review applications that match the key requirements of the role. If your profile is selected for the next stage, a member of our People Culture team will contact you directly. /li /ulpWe genuinely appreciate every application, even when there is not a match for the current opportunity. /pulliIntroduction Call – A conversation with the People Culture team to get to know each other, discuss the opportunity, and align expectations. /liliTechnical and Team Interviews – One or more interviews focused on the skills, experience, and approach relevant to the role. /liliOffer – If there is a strong mutual fit, we will share an offer and discuss the next steps. /li /ulpThe exact process may vary depending on the role. /ppWe aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and appreciate your patience as we carefully evaluate applications. /ppWe’re excited to get to know you and see if you might be the next person to help us shaping the future of space! /ph3NON-EU Applicants /h3pAt this time, we can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based. /ppPlease note that this role requires a regular on-site presence and is not a fully remote position. /ppSome activities must be carried out in our facilities, many others are location-independent, and they can be performed effectively even remotely. This is why we don't measure the performance of people by how many hours they spend at the office: we only measure the outcome. /ppAt D-Orbit, diversity and inclusivity are not just values, they are integral to our mission and the way we operate. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and celebrated for their unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it also leads to better decision making, innovation, and overall success. We actively strive to build a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, and where all voices are heard and valued. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered to share their ideas, and where everyone is given equal opportunities to grow and excel. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we will continue to work diligently to create an inclusive culture at D-Orbit that reflects this /p #J-18808-Ljbffr