Future Projects and Exploration Team Lead - Zaventem, België - Space Applications Services

Space Applications Services
Space Applications Services
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Zaventem, België

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Sophie Dubois

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Position:


The Future Projects and Exploration Team is in the Technology and Applications Division which is part of the Systems Department.

The Future Projects & Exploration Team Lead will lead and participate in Phase 0/Phase A/Phase B studies to analyse and design future missions and to prototype enabling technology.

Currently focusing on lunar In-Situ Resource Utilisation (ISRU) systems, Lunar payloads and solar power generation systems for various exploration missions.

The Future Projects & Exploration Team includes system engineers supported by engineers in other disciplines according to project needs.

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Location: Sint-Stevens
  • Woluwe (Brussels Area)
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Start date**: At the earliest


Tasks and Responsibilities:


  • Lead the team in technical, programmatic and organisational tasks
  • Develop innovative concepts for a range of future exploration missions
  • Define and analyse system requirements, perform system design, architectural design, system modelling, and simulation
  • Conduct multidisciplinary optimisation and interface management for complex systems
  • Engage in system architecture definition and concurrent engineering for mission definition
  • Oversee the design, manufacturing, integration, testing, and operational deployment of ISRU prototypes
  • Manage and collaborate with crossfunctional teams, including international partners
  • Facilitate decisionmaking and problemsolving in highpace, innovative project environments
  • Maintain continuous communication with stakeholders, managing technical risks, and ensuring adherence to quality standards and constraints
  • Manage project timelines, deliverables, and technical documentation
  • Establish the Team objectives in accordance with the company, Department and Division objectives
  • Lead business development activities
  • Report periodically to the Division Manager about team and project operations
  • With the support of the HR team, initiate and follow the recruitment process for new Staff and Interns
  • Ensure the cohesion and good communication between the Team Members and with the other Teams/Division of the Company.

Skills and Experience:


  • Master's or a PhD in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Material Science, or a related field
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in space system engineering (can include PhDlevel and postdoc experience), with a strong focus on space exploration and ISRU
  • Proven track record in leading complex space system development projects, desirably in lunar exploration
  • Demonstrated ability in integrated trials and technology testing in ambient or spacesimulated environments
  • Strong leadership skills, with experience in managing multidisciplinary Teams and collaborating with international partners
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills, with proficiency in English
  • Resilience under stress and a proactive approach to problemsolving
  • Intellectual curiosity and a strong passion for space exploration and lunar missions.

Considered as Assets:


  • Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (e.g. Catia Magic)
  • Experience in working with governmental and space agencies (e.g., ESA, NASA)
  • Strong network within the space industry and academia.

Our Offer:


  • Working on unique systems with high potential
  • Being a valuable member of the company with staff located in Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands and the USA
  • A professional and modern working environment with motivated staff with different horizons, nationalities and specialisations all with a common passion for space and realising space systems
  • A fulltime position with an indefinite contract of employment
  • A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
  • Working from home in part can be a possibility
  • An individualised training and development programme.

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About Us:


Space Applications Services is a company at the forefront of space technology development and the provision of services for human spaceflight, exploration and earth observation missions.

Headquartered in Belgium (Brussels Area), with a research office in the Netherlands and a subsidiary in the USA, the company provides solutions for both commercial and institutional customers.

We work with clients such as the European Space Agency, the European Commission, governmental and national space agencies as well as the major space industries.


The company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.

The company also provides engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.

From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers' research is successful.


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How To Apply:

Upload your CV and Motivation Letter, both in English and to the attention of Mr. Pierre Letier.

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