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# Technical Lead - Space Robotics & Actuation Systems

- **Company:** IO Associates
- **Location:** Leuven, Belgium
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** €60,000.0 - €96,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.be/jobad/be52c713fa1c277682dacd1d68f4692477

## About the Role

* Strong experience developing complex mechatronic, robotic or electromechanical systems.
 * Background in industries such as space, aerospace, robotics, defence, advanced mobility or high-tech engineering.
 * Experience with products such as: robotic arms, actuators, reaction wheels, motion control systems, spacecraft mechanisms
 * Strong systems engineering mindset with the ability to understand technical challenges at both detailed and system level.
 * Experience working closely with manufacturing or production teams.
 * Previous leadership, technical lead or principal engineer experience.
 * Space industry experience is highly desirable, although candidates with transferable expertise from adjacent sectors will also be considered.
 * EU citizenship required due to project restrictions.

## Description

iO Associates are currently partnered with an innovative European space technology company developing advanced spacecraft systems and next-generation space solutions. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we are looking to appoint a Systems Technical Lead to drive the development of complex actuation, robotics and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) products.
This is a highly influential technical leadership position, where you will act as the subject matter expert across the full product lifecycle, supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams from concept through to delivery.
Responsibilities

 * Lead the technical development of advanced spacecraft subsystems, including actuation systems, robotics and SSA hardware.
 * Own system-level architecture, requirements definition and technical decision-making.
 * Identify technical risks, bottlenecks and performance limitations early within programmes.
 * Work closely with mechanical, electronics, software and production teams to ensure successful product delivery.
 * Support design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout development activities.
 * Act as the technical reference point for engineering teams and key stakeholders.


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