Space System Engineer (M/F)

About Exotrail 🚀

Space is becoming more strategic and competitive than ever. Tomorrow’s space leaders will not simply launch satellites into orbit, they will be able to move them, reposition them, extend their lifetime, and maximize their performance in space.

Since 2017, Exotrail has been developing and operating cutting-edge in-space mobility solutions for commercial, institutional, and defense customers. From our high-performance propulsion system spaceware™ to our orbital transfer vehicle spacevan™, we enable satellites to go farther, stay operational longer, and achieve more.

Today, more than 200 Exotrailers across Massy and Toulouse are working together to make space operations more efficient and sustainable.

Backed by over €75 million in funding, we are pursuing a clear mission:

Making space a sustainable frontier for future generations. 🚀

Job Description 👨‍💻

The System Engineer’s role involves defining system requirements, coordinate technical deliverables across multidisciplinary teams (such as plasma, thermal, mechanical, electronics, test, industrial), and ensuring that subsystems work together seamlessly to meet product and mission objectives. In this position you will perform trade studies, risk assessments, reliability analysis to balance performance, safety, cost, and schedule. You will also ensure that the propulsion system aligns with overall product requirements, regulatory standards, and mission goals from concept through launch and operation.

Main responsibilities

• Define, manage and track system-level requirements as well as provide technical support in case of non-conformities.
• Perform design analysis, such as Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), reliability analysis.
• Coordinate and write system documentation, such as interface control documents, design justification, compliance matrix, user manual and tools used to operate the propulsion system.
• Support technical reviews and ensure alignment with internal or external project milestones.
• Collaborate with the test engineering team in the definition of qualification and acceptance tests; as well as with the technical and project team to ensure the propulsion systems responds to product and system specifications.

Preferred Experience 💁‍♀️

• At least 8 years of experience in system engineering of key space systems (subsystems, payloads or satellites).
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of ECSS/NASA standards. Familiar with MIL-STD standards.
• Understand communication protocol (SPI, R485, CAN).
• Familiar with launchers and range safety requirements. Knowledge of propulsion principles is a plus.
• Familiarity with reliability, FMECA, radiation, worst case analysis and tools.
• Experience working with product/component developers and vendors supply chain
• Good communication skills in English, written and spoken (professional fluency).
• Willingness to join the dynamic, vibrant, demanding environment of a start-up.
• Autonomous, proactive and capable of driving initiatives across the organization.

Why Join Exotrail?

Joining Exotrail means contributing to ambitious missions that are redefining space logistics and satellite operations.

You will work on cutting-edge technologies supporting future space missions while collaborating with passionate experts in a fast-growing international company at the forefront of the New Space industry.

What We Offer

• 🏥 Company health insurance with 70% covered by Exotrail
• 🚆 50% reimbursement of public transportation costs
• 🏡 Up to 2 days of remote work per week , depending on the position
• 👶 Enhanced maternity and paternity leave coverage with no seniority requirement
• 📚 Learning and development opportunities
• 🧘 Well-being benefits including Moka Care, dedicated conferences, and our ExoCare Program for Moments That Matter
• ⏳ 35 days of paid leave per year (Annual Leave & RTT)

Working Environment

• 📍 Offices located in the heart of Toulouse
• 🏭 Modern industrial facilities in Massy
• ☕ Free coffee, tea, and fresh fruit available on site
• 🌍 International and multicultural teams
• 🚀 Dynamic and rapidly growing space company

Quality of Life at Work

• 🎉 Team events and afterworks
• 💆 On-site osteopathy sessions on both sites
• 🤝 Collaborative and supportive work culture

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process is designed to be efficient while giving you the opportunity to meet the key stakeholders involved in the role:

• HR Interview with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your background, motivations, and career aspirations.
• Hiring Manager Interview to explore your experience, skills, and fit with the team and projects.
• Technical Interview with our experts to assess your technical expertise and problem-solving approach.
• Final Interview to discuss the role, expectations, and answer any remaining questions.

We strive to provide feedback throughout the process and ensure a positive candidate experience.

🚀 We look forward to getting to know you and exploring how you can contribute to Exotrail's mission.