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Lead exciting space missions with the renowned European Space Agency as a Lead Mission Procurement Engineer.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Noordwijk, NL
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
The European Space Agency (ESA) is a pioneering intergovernmental organisation dedicated to the exploration of space. This is a unique chance to be a part of securing our future in space through ESA's Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communication.
Role Summary
- Coordinate mission-related aspects of assigned projects, including satellite development, testing, and ground segment and in-orbit demonstration.
- Ensure coherence and end-to-end performance in line with cost and time requirements.
- Act as the main liaison with ELSA-M and PHOENIX industrial contractors
Role Requirements
- A master’s degree in relevant engineering discipline plus 4 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree with an additional 4 years of experience.
- Experience in SatCom satellites procurement, design, development, verification, AIT&V, and in-orbit validation.
- Knowledge of ESA and industrial space development processes
Application Process Details
- Submit applications by May 20, 2026.
- ESA encourages applications from all qualified candidates, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.
- Accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities with necessary support available at the workplace.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Lead Mission Procurement Engineer for our Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communication (D/CSC). This role is based at ESTEC in Noordwijk, Netherlands. As a Lead Mission Procurement Engineer, you will report to the Sunrise Partnership Project Manager within the LEO Satellites Programme Office and have a functional reporting line to the PHOENIX Partnership Project Manager in the Satellite Programmes Department.
The role: You will be responsible for the overall mission aspects of the assigned projects, including all its segments, for the ELSA-M Active Debris Removal (ADR) and the PHOENIX In-Orbit Servicing (IOS) missions. This includes satellite development, Assembly, Integration, Testing & Verification (AIT&V), and the associated ground segment and in-orbit demonstration. You will ensure overall coherence and end-to-end performance in accordance with schedule and cost requirements. As the focal point, you will interface daily with ELSA-M and PHOENIX industrial contractors, leading the mission development and AIT&V aspects.
Job requirements: The position requires a master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience, or a bachelor’s degree complemented by an additional four years of relevant professional experience. Experience in SatCom satellites procurement, specification, design, development, verification, AIT&V, and end-to-end in-orbit validation is essential. Knowledge of ESA and industrial space development, verification, and quality assurance processes is also required.
Benefits: ESA offers a dynamic and international working environment with a diverse workforce. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. Accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities, and we provide necessary support at the workplace.
Applications details: Interested candidates should apply by the closing date of May 20, 2026. Recruitment will generally be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4), but adjustments may be made based on the candidate's experience.
