Absolut System has been a key player in the space industry since its foundation. Our commitment to technological excellence and innovation has positioned us at the forefront of two strategic areas in the space domain:
~ Advanced observation systems, enabling precise and reliable data acquisition for scientific, environmental, and defense applications;
~ Cryogenic propellant storage solutions, contributing to the development of next-generation launch vehicles and in-orbit servicing missions.
We actively participate in ambitious European and international space programs, collaborating with major industrial and institutional partners.
As part of our expanding activities, we are seeking a Systems Engineer who will play a central role in ensuring the technical coherence, performance, and reliability of the solutions developed. You will be the technical authority for your projects, responsible for defining and validating system-level choices in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, thermal, software, etc.).
This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in high-stakes environments and are motivated by complex engineering challenges with tangible impact on space missions.
Responsibilities
Define and manage the system architecture
Lead the specification and allocation of system requirements across spacecraft subsystems (payloads, power, communications, thermal, etc.)
Oversee the functional and performance analysis of the mission, including end-to-end system modeling
Coordinate with customer, partners, subcontractors and suppliers,to ensure technical consistency
Support the integration and validation of system interfaces and performances
Ensure the consistency and quality of all system and project documentation
Support major project design reviews such as System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), and Critical Design Review (CDR), ensuring system compliance, maturity, and technical consistency at each stage
Participate in risk analysis, anomaly resolution, and trade-off studies throughout the system life cycle
Support and track the delivery and reception of equipment, ensuring alignment with system specifications and project timelines
Interface with ground segment teams to ensure mission operations compatibility (if any)
Requirements
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in general engineering, with strong competencies in thermodynamics, mechanics, or thermal engineering
Minimum 5 years of experience in a development project as a design or study engineer
Proven experience in the space sector is essential
Experience working in multi-partner or European space programs (ESA, CNES, etc.)
Skills in risk management and trade-off analysis
Knowledge of data package structure and ESA project deliverables
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Desire to work in an agile SME on game-changing projects for the future of space
Fluent in English and French, both spoken and written