Technical Lead

Il y a 7 heures

Leuven, Flanders, Belgique iO Associates Temps plein
Technical Lead - Space Robotics & Actuation Systems Technical Lead – Space Robotics & Actuation Systems

iO Associates are currently partnered with an innovative European space technology company developing advanced spacecraft systems and next-generation space solutions. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we are looking to appoint a

Systems Technical Lead

to drive the development of

complex actuation, robotics and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) products.

This is a highly influential technical leadership position, where you will act as the subject matter expert across the full product lifecycle, supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams from concept through to delivery.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical development

of advanced spacecraft subsystems, including actuation systems, robotics and SSA hardware.

Own

system-level architecture, requirements definition and technical decision-making.

Identify

technical risks, bottlenecks and performance limitations early within programmes.

Work closely

with mechanical, electronics, software and production teams to ensure successful product delivery.

Support design reviews

and

provide technical guidance

throughout development activities.

Act as the technical reference point

for engineering teams and key stakeholders.

Requirements

Strong experience

developing complex mechatronic, robotic or electromechanical systems.

Background in industries such as

space, aerospace, robotics, defence, advanced mobility

or

high-tech engineering.

Experience with products such as:

robotic arms, actuators, reaction wheels, motion control systems, spacecraft mechanisms

Strong systems engineering mindset

with the ability to

understand technical challenges at both detailed and system level.

Experience

working closely with manufacturing or production teams.

Previous leadership, technical lead or principal engineer

experience.

Space industry experience is highly desirable,

although candidates with transferable expertise from adjacent sectors will also be considered.

EU citizenship required

due to project restrictions.

What’s on Offer?

Opportunity to shape cutting-edge space technologies with real mission impact.

High level of technical ownership and autonomy.

Collaborative, fast-growing engineering environment.

Long-term career progression within a rapidly expanding space business.