Spacecraft Platform Architect / Toulouse, France

About the Role:

This is a unique opportunity to define and drive the design of a spacecraft platform across every major subsystem, from structures and propulsion to avionics and data handling. You’ll shape the architectural blueprint for a flagship European Commission mission, leading key design decisions, system integration, and validation strategies that will directly impact the success of future space capabilities.

The Company

A pioneering player in NewSpace, this organisation delivers advanced in-orbit services and executes critical space missions in collaboration with global partners. With strong financial backing and a roadmap rich with innovation, it offers a dynamic, international environment where professionals contribute directly to real-world advancements in the space industry.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Influence the development of next-gen space platforms for a fast-scaling NewSpace innovator.
• Work on high-impact European Commission projects and collaborative missions with key global partners.
• Thrive in a creative, international team focused on innovation and practical space applications.

To be successful you’ll need to have…

• Extensive experience in spacecraft design, systems engineering, or platform development.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary efforts and manage both customers and suppliers.
• Experience with European Commission projects and space standards such as ECSS, NASA, MIL-STD, or CCSDS.

Interested to know more?

Reach out to me at [email protected] or call +442030499252 for an initial discussion.

Key words…if all these are resonating, this could be the job for you!!

Spacecraft architecture, systems engineering, platform development, ECSS, MIL-ST, avionics, propulsion, thermal control, payload integration, NewSpace, in-orbit servicing, subsystem integration, technical leadership, GEO, Debris removal, space situational awareness, spacecraft design, satellite