Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Architect – Human Spaceflight

A pioneering space organisation is looking for a Senior Systems Architect to lead the definition, integration, and verification of a human-rated spacecraft platform designed for orbital, lunar, and deep space missions.

This role is heavily focused on end-to-end spacecraft systems architecture, owning how complex subsystems come together and perform as a single, flight-ready system.

What you’ll do

• Own spacecraft systems architecture from early concept through flight readiness

• Define requirements, interfaces, and system-level trades across all major subsystems

• Lead integration and test activities, including system I&T planning, execution, and issue resolution

• Drive verification and validation strategies aligned with human-rating requirements

• Interface closely with hardware teams, test engineers, launch providers, and mission partners

What we’re looking for

• Experience in spacecraft systems engineering or architecture

• Proven delivery of integrated flight hardware through system-level test

• Strong background in spacecraft I&T, requirements flow-down, and verification planning

• Deep understanding of human-rating standards and certification processes

• Hands-on, delivery-focused mindset suited to small, fast-paced teams

Why join

• Play a key role in shaping a next-generation human spaceflight platform

• Work on near-term missions with real hardware and real impact

• Competitive compensation and long-term technical influence

If you enjoy architecting complex spacecraft systems and seeing them proven through test, this is a rare opportunity to make a lasting contribution to human spaceflight.