Space System Engineer

Eidel is an engineering company specializing in electronics, software, and system design for space and defense applications. Our core areas of expertise include space systems, remote sensing, remote control, and encryption.

As our activities within the space sector continue to grow, we are strengthening our capabilities in space systems engineering and mission design. We are looking for an experienced Space Systems Engineer who wants to contribute to this development and help build an important strategic capability within Eidel.

You will work on challenging space projects, contributing to system design, mission planning, and technical decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. The role offers a unique opportunity to influence how Eidel develops its space systems engineering capability while working closely with customers, project managers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Requirements management and system engineering throughout the project lifecycle

• Perform system-level analyses and trade-offs across disciplines such as orbit design, attitude control, thermal, structural, propulsion, power, communication, reliability, and radiation

• Develop and maintain technical budgets and system-level documentation

• Support the planning and execution of satellite and space mission projects

• Act as a technical point of contact towards customers and partners

• Contribute to proposal and business development activities

• Support the continued development of Eidel's space systems engineering competence

Desired Background

• MSc or PhD in Space Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in space systems engineering, with a strong understanding of systems engineering methods and processes

• Experience from satellite projects covering significant parts of the project lifecycle (Phase A-F), ideally within a large satellite integrator

• Experience working with commercial and/or institutional customers such as ESA, NASA, or similar organizations

• Familiarity with the INCOSE Systems Engineering Handbook is an advantage

• Leadership experience as a technical lead, system lead, project manager, or team lead is an advantage

• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken

Personal Qualities We Look For

• Strong analytical and systems-thinking skills

• Ability to assess complex technical challenges and make sound technical decisions

• Motivated to build expertise, share knowledge and contribute to team growth

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Comfortable interacting with customers and stakeholders

• Ability to build trust and influence across multidisciplinary teams

• Self-driven, structured, and adaptable

Security Clearance

Applicants must be eligible to obtain security clearance up to SECRET / NATO SECRET. Read more about Norwegian security clearance here: Spørsmål og svar om klarering - Nasjonal sikkerhetsmyndighet

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to help build and shape a strategic capability within Eidel

• Exciting space projects spanning from early mission studies to in-orbit operations

• Collaboration with highly skilled engineers across multiple disciplines

• The opportunity to contribute to technologies operating in space, on the Moon, and beyond

• Modern offices in Lillestrøm, within walking distance of the train station

• Flexible working arrangements

• Competence development opportunities aligned with Eidel's growth ambitions

• A high degree of freedom, responsibility, and trust

• Bragging rights: you'll be part of making history

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape Eidel's future within space systems engineering and contribute to some of the most exciting space projects in Norway, we would love to hear from you.