EO Future Mission End-to-end System Engineer, 2 Posts

European Space Agency - ESA

. Shape future Earth observation missions from their earliest stages .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeNoordwijk • NetherlandsMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Earth observation mission preparation and development, with a strong focus on end-to-end performance simulations and user requirement translation. Possesses a solid background in space engineering and knowledge of ESA processes, ensuring effective project management and collaboration.

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Master's Degree In Engineering Or PhysicsSix Years Of Relevant Experience In Space Mission PreparationKnowledge Of ESA Development And Procurement ProcessesExperience In Developing End-To-End Mission Performance SimulationsKnowledge Of Optical And/or Microwave Remote Sensing Techniques

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Hard Skills

Earth Observation Mission PreparationEnd-To-End Performance SimulationsSystem Requirements TranslationSatellite Integration And TestEO Spaceborne Instrumentation Knowledge

Soft Skills

Collaborative TeamworkEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Mission Analysis ToolsSystem-Sizing Tools

Industry Keywords

Earth ObservationESANewSpace InitiativesIndustrial DevelopmentVerification Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape future Earth observation missions from their earliest stages
Act as Study Manager for pre-Phase A, mission/architecture, and Phase A industrial studies
Define, negotiate, initiate, and manage industrial activities
Coordinate small teams of engineers and scientists
Ensure effective handover to the Project Department after mission approval
Act as Technical Officer for Consolidation Phase activities and small-satellite development
Support evaluation of EO small-mission proposals under the InCubed Earth Watch Programme Element
Initiate and perform internal studies assessing industrial activities and new EO end-to-end mission concepts
Shape system and end-to-end performance simulator specifications
Translate user needs into mission and traceable system requirements
Manage or support end-to-end performance simulator activities
Develop reusable generic building blocks and modules for end-to-end performance simulators
Evaluate industrial and scientific proposals
Prepare scientific and technical EO mission dossiers
Analyse EO developments by other space agencies and commercial NewSpace initiatives
Contribute to mission analysis, mission performance, and system-sizing tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in engineering or physics required
In principle, six years of relevant professional experience
At least six years of relevant experience in space mission preparation and/or development
Experience working collaboratively in a team or project environment
Knowledge of ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes
Experience in preparation of Earth observation missions in Phases 0 and A
Knowledge of optical and/or microwave remote sensing techniques
Understanding of Earth observation user needs
Background in space engineering with systems orientation and an end-to-end view of Earth Observation missions
Experience in developing end-to-end mission performance simulations for EO missions
Ability to engage and iterate with Earth observation users to define mission needs and requirements and translate them into clear technical requirements
Knowledge of EO spaceborne instrumentation is an asset
Hands-on experience in satellite integration and test is an asset
Good knowledge of English or French required
Applications limited to nationals of the listed ESA Member/Associate States and Canada

Benefits

Comp & perks

4-year appointment, extendable to indefinite
Equal opportunity employer
Inclusive working environment
Support and accommodations for individuals with disabilities during recruitment and at the workplace
Selection tests and basic screening conducted as part of the recruitment process