Space Systems Engineer

About the role

Astroscale France is seeking a Space Systems Engineer to lead mission architecture, perform trade‑off analyses and support the full lifecycle of satellite missions from concept to in‑orbit operations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform trade‑off and system design analyses, generate and maintain mass, power and data budgets.
• Develop and maintain system‑level requirements, verification plans, CONOPS and test plans.
• Coordinate with subsystem leads, review inputs, and author system documents.
• Lead system testing during AIT, support launch campaign and in‑orbit commissioning.
• Assist operations team with critical guidance during mission execution.

Required profile

• Minimum 4 years of space system engineering experience in a commercial environment.
• Strong understanding of satellite subsystems and ability to perform complex trade‑offs.
• Fluent in French and English, eligible to work in Europe and obtain French security clearance.

Required skills

• Python
• STK, GMAT, IDM‑CIC
• Visure
• FMECA
• Requirements management
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

What we offer

• Premium family health insurance fully funded by the company.
• Employer‑funded disability and life insurance.
• Salary maintained from day one of sick leave.
• Hybrid working (up to 2 remote days per week) and remote work allowance.
• Paid child sickness leave and additional family caregiving leave.