Space Mission Systems Engineer

In this role, you will support system of systems engineering for the development of multi-domain architecture concepts that integrate space systems with air, maritime, subsea and land assets.You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in ensuring technical coherence, system performance, and successful delivery of mission objectives .You will identify future operational challenges and opportunities for cross domain capability enhancement and support the identification key technology enablers. Core Duties:

• Support or lead study and demonstration activities for future space mission concept development and multi domain integration
• Perform mission needs analysis, trade studies, and system architecture development
• Define, manage, and validate system-level requirements and interfaces
• Perform technology horizon scanning to determine feasibility and strategic impact (5-20 year outlook)
• Conduct functional analyses, budgets (mass, power, data, thermal), and performance modelling
• Support engagement with external industry for equipment and technology development
  
  You will have demonstrable experience in systems engineering within the space sector and experience in the delivery of space technology and/or space mission concept studies or R&D projects
• You will have confidence in translating ambiguous, early-stage concepts into well-formed capability requirements
• You will have working knowledge of typical spacecraft subsystems (AOCS, Comms, EPS, Payloads, OBC/Software, OBDH) and hands-on experience with satellite programmes preferably across the full project lifecycle
• You will have experience with industry standards and frameworks (eg ECSS, NASA, NAF)
• Defence or military operational experience utilising space assets and/or data to provide operational context to multi-domain activities and understanding of C5ISR systems is desirable
  
  Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you., Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience