Lead Satellite Systems Architect, Massy

Job Description Exotrail is looking for a Satellite system architect for its space transportation vehicle. The main role of this person will be to manage the development of the vehicle used to provide in-orbit transportation services.

To do so, both technical and project management skills are required as all members of the team will need to be hands-on.

The current team is composed of several engineers working mainly on the first mission of the space drop™. Your role will be to lead the systems engineering team working on the evolutions of the platform from mission to mission. It requires a high-level knowledge of the architecture of a satellite, a true spirit of innovation and good skills for teamwork.

Your Main Tasks Will Be

Animate and participate to the design of the evolutions of the space drop™ platform

Manage and perform the system engineering tasks of the project

Follow the development of the spacecraft from inception to launch

Manage subcontractors who provide technical support or equipment

Work directly with the VP of In-Orbit Services and with the Lead Engineer and the Project Manager of the In-Orbit Services team

Position is opened in both Exotrail's offices in Massy or Toulouse

Preferred Experience Exotrail is looking for a satellite architect with hands-on experience on all the phases of a space project. Typically, the candidate worked on small satellite projects and oversaw the development, assembly and tests of the satellite from end-to-end. A minimum experience of 2 years is required for this position.

Additionally, the candidate must have the following mindset:

Interest in highly technical work, as well as good project management skills

Pragmatism, risk-taking and accountable

Good communication skills with fluent English

Willingness to join the dynamic, vibrant, demanding environment of a start-up

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