Satellite system architect (otv geo) [all genders]

Our client is an end-to-end space mobility operator. Their mission is to enable small satellites to move in space, optimise their deployment, increase their reliability ! They deliver mobility solutions for an efficient & sustainable space.

Their space mobility expertise serves the fast growing needs of space infrastructure.



Job Description


Would you like to put your expertise to work on an ambitious space mission?

Join our client as a Systems Architect to lead the design and validation of an Orbital Transfer Vehicle (OTV) for the GEO orbit.


Your role


As System Architect, you will be responsible for the overall technical coherence of the vehicle.

You will design the architecture, manage the requirements, coordinate the critical interfaces and manage the system validation, working closely with the avionics, propulsion, thermal, on-board software, AIT and attitude control teams.


Your responsibilities


📌Define and model the system architecture using MBSE tools (Capella, SysML, Cameo)

📌Pilot requirements management and ensure traceability (DOORS, Polarion, Jama)

📌Manage interfaces between sub-systems and technical trade-offs (mass, power, redundancy, etc.)

📌Defining the IVVQ strategy and coordinating system tests.

📌 Conduct reliability analyses (RAMS, FDIR, FMEA)

📌Accompany younger system engineers and structure best practice

📌To technically represent the project during reviews (PDR, CDR), with customers and partners.


Profile required


Minimum 8 years' experience in systems engineering in space or orbital vehicles


Strong knowledge of MBSE approaches, ECSS / CCSDS standards, and V-cycle / Arcadia methods


Solid experience in system integration, requirements management and trade-off analysis


At ease in a demanding multidisciplinary environment


Technical leadership, rigour, analytical skills and a spirit of sharing expertise


Fluency in French and English




This role is under a permanent contract and based in Toulouse.