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# Spacecraft Systems Engineer

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Alton, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Git, Restful APIs
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.securityclearedjobs.com/external-redirect-registration?JobId=802085549&LinkSource=JobDetails

## About the Role

* Strong understanding of satellite subsystems (AOCS/GNC or OBDH advantageous);
 * Experience of ground systems;
 * Knowledge of orbital mechanics and flight dynamics, with experience in formation flying and /or close proximity satellite operations;
 * Demonstrated solid systems engineering knowledge (ideally applied to systems involved in space missions);
 * Knowledge of Linux operating systems;

 * Hands-on/practical experience with mission control systems, operations tools and simulators;
 * Flexible and must be able to work out of hours supporting the on-call rota;
 * Experience with Python, GIT and Rest API;
 * Experience with Service Management tooling (desirable).

## Description

An exciting opportunity to join a tight knit team providing Spacecraft Operations support to BAE's existing and future in- orbit assets.

The position offers a chance to take a critical role in the full life of a satellite mission, from on the ground testing, LEOP, commissioning, nominal operations, servicing customer requests, to end-of-life support.

The role requires hands- on involvement in spacecraft operations, with on-orbit assets, deep problem solving skills and working in a fast-paced environment.

The role is varied and challenging, combining responsibilities across system engineering, spacecraft operations, mission management and planning.