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# Space Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Innovative Solutions in Space
- **Location:** Delft, Netherlands
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** €4,594.0 - €5,830.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Test Execution Engine
- **Published:** June 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.nationalevacaturebank.nl/vacature/3931f804-a90a-4a8a-95fb-a72f4df116c5/space-systems-engineer

## About the Role

· Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical or electrical engineering, or equivalent.
· At least 5 years of experience in an engineering role
· At least 2 years of experience in a system engineer or product owner role for space systems
· Eligibility for security screening in the Netherlands and willingness to work on projects with a defense or security nature
· You are comfortable working on research projects with an open-ended goal
· You own the development approach for the projects you work on
· Excellent and straightforward communication skills
Recommended / Nice to Have:
· Experience in applying and tailoring ECSS and CCSDS standards
· Deep technical knowledge in a specific area: for example Thermal, RF Communications, Electronics, Radiation
· Practical experience of collaboration with Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) teams
· Experienced in and willing to contribute to proposals/tenders

## Description

We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to reinforce our R&D department. In this role you are the connecting link between various disciplines within the organization and responsible for all technical aspects during the hardware development process. You will work in a small and highly motivated team and work closely with internal engineers, external partners and customers.
Specific tasks and responsibilities include:
· Execution and coordination of feasibility studies and/or development of innovative integrated systems.
· Translating stakeholder requirements into high-level system requirements by consulting with various disciplines.
· Requirement management throughout the project life cycle.
· Preliminary and detailed design activities, including mission- and budget analyses.
· Technical management and coordination of the project team, including external project partners.
· Preparation of procurement documentation and support to manufacturing activities.
· Definition of the verification and test phase, hands-on test execution.
· Contributing to internal (systems engineering) process development.


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