Systems Engineer - Small Satellite Missions
Join our team and build the future of space technology
We’re expanding our team at Alén Space and are looking for a Systems Engineer - Small Satellite Missions,
passionate, talented, and experienced, to join our Space Missions area within the Systems Engineering team. The selected candidate will play a central technical role in defining and executing space missions, acting as Technical Lead when required. Responsibilities include system-level oversight, architecture and design, technical coherence, and coordination of engineering teams.What you will be doing
Leading the definition and consolidation of mission requirements (MRD) and system requirements (SRD) in line with customer needs and mission goals.Designing and iterating mission architectures, ensuring subsystem compatibility, scalability, and alignment with performance, cost, and risk constraints.Developing and maintaining the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and operational modes (OpModes) for mission phases.Performing subsystem trade-off analyses for equipment selection and procurement.Supporting launcher selection, assessing interface compatibility, volume, and environmental requirements.Leading system verification planning, including creating and managing the Requirements Verification Matrix (RoD).Collaborating with internal teams—Mission Analysis, Communications & Data Handling, Mechanical—to ensure system integration.Acting as technical focal point for missions, interfacing with stakeholders, customers, and partners.Contributing technical inputs to proposals and supporting commercial activities.What we need in our team
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.Minimum 5 years of experience in system-level engineering for space missions, preferably in small satellite projects or New Space.Proven experience in:
- Mission and system requirements engineering (MRD, SRD)- Mission architecture design and subsystem definition- CONOPS and OpModes development- Verification planning and management (RoD)Experience as a Technical Lead, managing risks, facilitating decisions, and leading reviews (PDR, CDR).Excellent communication, documentation, and coordination skills across teams and external partners.Fluency in English (spoken and written).Ability to operate autonomously while aligning with mission and company goals.Valuable knowledge
Hands-on experience in nanosatellite development, including AIT.Familiarity with ECSS or NASA standards.Experience working with launch providers and interface documentation.Involvement in proposal writing, especially in competitive tenders (ESA, Horizon Europe).Knowledge of MBSE tools like MagicDraw, Capella, SysML, or similar.Candidate qualifications and skills
Remote work flexibility.Flexible start/finish times, reduced hours on Fridays and in summer.Competitive compensation with reviews and flexible benefits.Wellbeing programs:
health, dental, accident insurance;
free fruit, coffee, lunch, and more.Career development, training, and language support.Inclusive environment promoting diversity and equal opportunities.If you find this opportunity appealing, we look forward to getting to know you and building our future together!
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