> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3047153-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3047153-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Guildford, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Systems Architecture
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.securityclearedjobs.com/external-redirect-registration?JobId=802084518&LinkSource=JobDetails

## About the Role

* 3+ years of experience in systems engineering within the space sector;
 * Hands-on experience with small satellite programmes (Microsats, Cubesats or similar) preferably across the full project lifecycle;
 * Working knowledge of typical spacecraft subsystems (AOCS, Comms, EPS, Payloads, OBC/Software, OBDH);
 * Experience in defining, managing, and verifying system-level requirements;
 * Experience with industry standards (ECSS, NASA, or equivalent);
 * Experience with interfacing to external clients and suppliers and reporting project progress to internal and external stakeholders;
 * Working knowledge of spacecraft operations;
 * Experience in the delivery of space technology and/or space mission studies or R&D projects;

The ability to obtain high level security clearance is essential.

## Description

We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Systems Engineer with experience in space missions - ideally small satellites (Microsats, Nanosats, CubeSats).

In this role, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of space system development: from concept design and requirements definition, through integration, verification, and mission operations.

 * Support to the spacecraft operations team for spacecraft anomaly identification and resolution may also be required.
 * You'll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and play a key role in ensuring technical coherence, system performance, and successful delivery of mission objectives.
 * You will be comfortable working as part of a team to deliver projects to a variety of customers including institutional, academic and commercial organisations.
 * Whilst the primary responsibilities of the role lie in project delivery, you may get involved in other areas of the business including space technology and/or space mission studies or R&D projects and technical support to bids.

Core Duties

 * Support or lead design activities for small satellite missions;
 * Perform mission needs analysis, trade studies, and system architecture development;
 * Define, manage, and validate system-level requirements and interfaces;
 * Conduct functional analyses, budgets (mass, power, data, thermal), and performance modelling;
 * Support to Spacecraft commissioning activities;
 * Spacecraft anomaly investigation and resolution;
 * Mission concept development in support of studies, R&D activities and bids;
 * Support engagement with external equipment providers;
 * Produce inputs for internal and customer reviews and present progress to internal stakeholder and external customers.


## Related Videos

- [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process)
- [Robots are coming into the wild! Full-Stack Robotics Engineers, be ready!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/479-robots-are-coming-into-the-wild-full-stack-robotics-engineers-be-ready)
- [The QUEST for Better Software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/721-the-quest-for-better-software)
- [What I learned as a developer from accidents in space](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/642-what-i-learned-as-a-developer-from-accidents-in-space)
- [Exploring Durable Execution with Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1234-exploring-durable-execution-with-python)
- [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce)

## Related Articles

- [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)
- [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)
- [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)
- [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)
- [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)
- [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)