Engineering Manager, Satellite

Role Purpose

The Engineering Manager will support the Project Director in overseeing spacecraft design, manufacturing, testing, launch, In-Orbit Testing (IOT) and satellite acceptance. The role ensures technical compliance, spacecraft reliability and mission readiness while coordinating with satellite manufacturers, consultants and programme stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of spacecraft design, manufacturing, qualification and Assembly, Integration and Testing (AIT).
• Review spacecraft architecture, subsystem performance, technical specifications and interfaces against mission requirements.
• Monitor spacecraft manufacturing and testing progress, including technical reviews, anomalies and corrective actions.
• Support launch vehicle integration, launch readiness reviews and launch campaign activities.
• Monitor spacecraft operations during Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP), including orbit raising, subsystem activation and performance.
• Support IOT, assess spacecraft performance and provide technical input for satellite acceptance.
• Coordinate spacecraft-to-ground interfaces, technical consultants and satellite manufacturers.
• Identify technical risks, manage engineering issues and provide technical assessments and progress reports to management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical, Systems Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant qualifications and professional experience.
• Relevant experience in spacecraft engineering, satellite systems, manufacturing or AIT.
• Strong understanding of spacecraft architecture, subsystems and technical interfaces.
• Experience in technical reviews, qualification testing, anomaly management and contractor coordination.
• Experience with GEO satellites, launch campaigns, LEOP or IOT would be advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Spacecraft systems engineering and technical assurance.
• Satellite manufacturing, AIT and qualification testing.
• Spacecraft subsystem and interface management.
• Launch, LEOP, IOT and satellite acceptance.
• Technical risk assessment and problem-solving.
• Stakeholder coordination and technical communication.

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