Engineering Manager, Space Systems Engineering

Role Highlights

🔹Title: Engineering Manager, Space Systems Engineering
🔹Location: Helsinki (On-site)

🔹Type of Contract: Permanent
🔹Team: Space Systems Engineering Team

Who are we?

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, revolutionizing Earth observation with real-time, all-weather, day-and-night imaging. As the owner and operator of the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation, we provide critical insights that empower industries like maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance to make informed decisions.

Headquartered in Finland, with a presence in five international locations, our diverse team of 600+ experts from nearly 60 countries shares a bold mission: to enhance life on Earth by delivering reliable, data-driven solutions. At ICEYE, we foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and collaboration, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space technology to solve the world’s toughest challenges.

Why Join ICEYE?

At ICEYE, we’re not just launching satellites, we’re redefining what’s possible with SAR technology. Join a team of passionate innovators solving real-world challenges and making a tangible impact. We foster a dynamic and inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly matter. With continuous learning opportunities, cutting-edge projects, and collaboration with industry-leading experts, you'll have the chance to grow, innovate, and shape the future of Earth Observation.

Why you will Love this role?
At ICEYE, we’re revolutionizing satellite imaging. As an Engineering Manager, you be at the heart of a fast-paced environment where iteration and speed are key. You'll have the opportunity to make smart trade-offs between technical risks and rapid design cycles, leveraging your experience in traditional space or industrial processes while embracing modern, leaner methods. If you enjoy approaching problems creatively, thinking beyond conventional solutions, and making confident decisions under pressure - even with ambiguity or incomplete information - this role is a perfect fit for you!

What will you do in this role?

Lead and inspire

• Manage and mentor a team of systems engineers and cross-functional experts to design, develop, and verify cutting-edge SAR spacecraft.
• Mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Drive technical excellence

• Analyze, model, and optimize the performance of integrated SAR satellite systems, both on the ground and in space.
• Perform mission analysis and develop concepts of operations (CONOPS) to support system design.
• Lead initiatives to enhance reliability, scalability, and performance for on-orbit operations.

Ensure mission success

• Support customers and program management with mission analysis, system documentation and on-orbit validation and verification.
• Support launch, early operations and commissioning activities, ensuring successful deployment and operation of the spacecraft.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.

Experience

• 7+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering or related field.
• Proven track record of leading a team of 3 to 8 R&D engineers directly reporting to you. 
• Hands-on experience with satellite systems, RF systems, or remote sensing technologies from concept to operation.

Skills

• Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, and subsystems (e.g., power, thermal, avionics, propulsion).
• Experience in systems engineering processes, requirements management, and verification methodologies.
• Proficient in tools such as Python and STK.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Understanding SAR principles would be a plus

Our Commitment To You

When you apply to a role at ICEYE, we commit to responding to your initial application within 5 working days, if not sooner. When you are contacted by the Talent Partner managing the role, they will be your key point of contact throughout the interview and assessment process. 

We commit to ensuring that you are kept updated about the status of your application, and that any questions you have are answered as soon as possible. The assessment process for this role will follow the structure outlined below. 

• TA Screen (45min)
• Hiring Manager Screen (60min)
• On-site (full day)

1. SCA team + some peer TLs
2. Design workshop (3h) where we dive into some technical problem

• SVP of engineering (60min)

Don't hesitate to apply, even if you don't tick all the boxes, your passion and potential are just as important to us!

What’s In It for You?

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational and accident insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission
• Competitive salary contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At ICEYE, diversity is more than just a value - it's our greatest strength. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. Diverse perspectives drive innovation and creativity, so we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds and experiences.

No matter your background, we encourage you to bring your authentic self to the team. Join us and be part of a workplace where differences are embraced and valued, because together, we’re stronger.

Apply now to begin your ICEYE journey and help us make the impossible possible.

Learn more about ICEYE and life at our company at iceye.com.

Ready to launch your career? Apply now and help us build the future of Space Tech! 🚀