Satellite Architect

Satellite Architect

iO Associates are currently partnered with a leading organisation within the space and satellite sector, supporting the search for a Satellite Architect to join their growing engineering function based in Toulouse. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge space programmes across Earth observation and telecommunications, contributing to complex and high-impact missions.

Location: Toulouse, France
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Environment: Hybrid
Salary: €80,000 – €85,000 per annum + additional benefits

Key responsibilities:

• Acting as Technical Lead / Satellite Manager across assigned programmes
• Designing and developing end-to-end satellite system architectures aligned to technical and programme requirements
• Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust, integrated solutions
• Coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders including partners, suppliers and clients
• Leading the technical integration and ensuring alignment across all contributing functions
• Acting as the primary interface with customers and partners, translating requirements into deliverable solutions
• Managing trade-offs between performance, cost and schedule constraints
• Supporting project management activities including planning, cost tracking and delivery milestones

What You Bring

• 10+ years experience in satellite systems or subsystem development
• Strong background across at least two subsystem domains (e.g. avionics, AOCS/GNC, or similar)
• Proven experience in system-level architecture and technical leadership
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and external partners
• Proficient in English (written and spoken)

Why Apply

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunities for career growth, internal mobility and training
• Collaborative, innovative engineering environment
• Additional benefits including bonus schemes, wellbeing initiatives and mobility support

If you’re looking to make an impact beyond Earth and work on next-generation satellite systems, we’d love to hear from you.