Engineering Manager, Space Systems Engineering

Engineering Manager, Space Systems Engineering

ICEYE

Helsinki, Finland

Why you will Love this role?

At ICEYE, we’re revolutionizing satellite imaging. As an Engineering Manager, you be at the heart of a fast-paced environment where iteration and speed are key. You'll have the opportunity to make smart trade-offs between technical risks and rapid design cycles, leveraging your experience in traditional space or industrial processes while embracing modern, leaner methods. If you enjoy approaching problems creatively, thinking beyond conventional solutions, and making confident decisions under pressure - even with ambiguity or incomplete information - this role is a perfect fit for you!

What will you do in this role?

Lead and inspire

• Manage and mentor a team of systems engineers and cross-functional experts to design, develop, and verify cutting-edge SAR spacecraft;
• Mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Drive technical excellence

• Analyze, model, and optimize the performance of integrated SAR satellite systems, both on the ground and in space;
• Perform mission analysis and develop concepts of operations (CONOPS) to support system design;
• Lead initiatives to enhance reliability, scalability, and performance for on-orbit operations.

Ensure mission success

• Support customers and program management with mission analysis, system documentation and on-orbit validation and verification;
• Support launch, early operations and commissioning activities, ensuring successful deployment and operation of the spacecraft.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.

Experience

• 7+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering or related field;
• Proven track record of leading a team of 3 to 8 R&D engineers directly reporting to you;
• Hands-on experience with satellite systems, RF systems, or remote sensing technologies from concept to operation.

Skills

• Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, and subsystems (e.g., power, thermal, avionics, propulsion);
• Experience in systems engineering processes, requirements management, and verification methodologies;
• Proficient in tools such as Python and STK;
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills;
• Understanding SAR principles would be a plus

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