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Lead Systems Engineer (ISOS Host)

The Exploration CompanyMunich, GermanyNew
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

As a Lead Systems Engineer, your responsibilities will evolve over time, but your daily tasks will encompass:System EngineeringConduct trade-offs and technical investigations at the system level. Establish system-level requirements, ensuring consistency throughout lower-level specifications. Outline the functional breakdown of the system. Develop a comprehensive project plan. Coordinate technical tasks among specialist engineers, aligning schedules with project objectives. Facilitate co-engineering sessions between the engineering team and external partners. Manage technical budgets related to mass, power, and other parameters. Oversee technical reviews in collaboration with team members and customers. Team Leadership & DevelopmentLead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers across various disciplines. Promote a culture of accountability, technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Effectively allocate resources within the team. Identify skill gaps and support recruitment and professional development initiatives.

About the job

The Exploration Company designs and operates Nyx, a modular space vehicle built for in-orbit refueling and cargo transport. Nyx’s architecture is designed for reuse, with future plans to accommodate human passengers.

The Future Projects Division leads the development of new space technologies and programs. This team explores early-stage concepts and pre-development efforts to expand what Nyx can do and to support upcoming missions.

Role overview

The Lead Systems Engineer (ISOS Host) joins the Future Projects Team to help develop a robotic orbital station. This station will become part of the In-Space Operations and Services (ISOS) ecosystem, supporting tasks like satellite servicing, propellant resupply, and advanced robotic-assisted experiments in orbit.

What you will do

  • Apply systems engineering expertise to the design and development of a robotic orbital station
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers working on ISOS-related projects
  • Support the creation of new capabilities for satellite servicing and in-orbit experiments

Team leadership

This position blends technical engineering work with leadership responsibilities. The Lead Systems Engineer will guide a dedicated team, ensuring progress on ambitious projects that expand the ISOS ecosystem’s reach.

About The Exploration Company

The Exploration Company is a pioneering firm focused on the development of innovative space technologies. We are dedicated to creating reusable orbital vehicles and expanding our capabilities to revolutionize space exploration and operations.

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