Senior Systems Engineer - SmallSat (Earth Observation)
Location: Belgium
Position Type: Full-time (on-site)
Compensation: Competitive
NewSpace Technical are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Senior Systems Engineer to join a dynamic organisation at the forefront of the global small satellite and space technology market.
In this role, you will play a vital part in designing, integrating, and optimising complex systems that support cutting-edge space missions. You’ll take ownership of product engineering and work directly with customers from requirements definition to in-orbit operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Systems Ownership: Lead systems engineering activities across the full product lifecycle:- from concept, requirements, and architecture through to integration, testing, and deployment.
* Requirements & Design: Translate user requirements into system architectures, technical specifications, and acceptance criteria, ensuring compliance with mission objectives.
* Integration & Testing: Drive product integration, verification, and validation to ensure systems meet performance and interface requirements.
* Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with clients and internal engineering teams (optical, mechanical, electronics, software) to deliver innovative solutions and provide technical oversight.
* Process & Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process optimisation, systems engineering best practices, and continuous product improvement.
* Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers, fostering knowledge sharing and professional development.
* Risk & Change Management: Support fault diagnostics, manage non-conformances, and contribute to engineering change processes.
Qualifications & Experience
* Master’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
* 10+ years of experience in embedded software systems using Linux/Unix OS.
* Extensive experience in Earth observation missions, payloads, and image processing.
* Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles, supported by formal certifications.
* Proven ability to lead complex projects from design to deployment.
* Skilled in requirements management, modelling, and simulation.
* Familiarity with configuration management systems and MBSE tools.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with international collaboration.
Desirable:
* INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional certification.
* Experience with Siemens Teamcenter PLM tools.
* Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
What’s on Offer
* Opportunity to work in the fast-growing global space industry.
* Exposure to advanced, niche technologies in Space and Satellite Technology
* A competitive salary package.
* A collaborative and innovative working environment.