Technical Architect Ground Segment
Job type:Perm
Country:United Kingdom
Salary/Rate:£75 000 - £125 000
Specialism:Operations
Job ref:NBSASTRO010
Post Date:10. 09. 2024
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
About the Client:
Our client is a pioneering company in the field of space sustainability and debris removal, developing innovative technologies to mitigate risks associated with space debris. They are dedicated to securing long-term spaceflight safety through debris removal solutions and advocating for international cooperation in space sustainability efforts. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, our client is shaping the future of space exploration.
Position Overview:
Our client is seeking a Technical Architect to join their Ground Segment Team. This role is critical to ensuring the architecture is in place to drive forward our missions and help make space safer and more sustainable for future generations. The Technical Architect will work closely with the Chief Engineer, taking ownership of delegated responsibilities to ensure timely and ambitious delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Make technical decisions for projects, acting as the first point of contact for ground segment technical queries.
- Define and document multi-mission support Ground Segment design and interfaces.
- Collaborate with the Ground Segment Group Manager to define and document the ground segment roadmap, ensuring feasibility and coordination with projects and finance.
- Resolve technical problems, breaking down issues into manageable parts.
- Oversee technical development and implementation in project reviews.
- Ensure quality standards and procedures across engineering, reporting overall progress to the Engineering Director.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in engineering or a related field.
- Experienced people manager.
- Expertise in the development and design of ground segments and systems.
- Systems architecture experience at the spacecraft level.
- 10-15+ years' experience in relevant areas.
- Experience in delivering long-term complex projects and programs.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Resilient, results-driven, curious, and a problem-solver.
- Strong work ethic and ability to act as a role model for Astroscale's culture.
- Experience with Ground System Architecture, design, implementation, and verification.
- Knowledge of C++ and/or Java programming languages.
- Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS.
- Basic Linux system administration and development on Linux systems.
What the Client Offers:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunity to work with a talented, diverse, and dynamic international team.
- Flexible working hours in a supportive environment.
- Hybrid working options.
- 25 days holiday (up to 28 days) plus 8 Bank Holidays.
- Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
- Private healthcare.
- Relocation allowance.
- Visa sponsorship for eligible employees.
- New state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facility.
- Regular social events.
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