Systems Engineer (Security) - Space
Helsing
Seniority
Midweight
Model
In-Office
Sector
Salary
Undisclosed
Contract
Full-Time
About the role
As a Security Systems Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end security architecture for our upcoming satellite constellations. You will take ownership of the mission's security posture, bridging the gap between space systems, ground segments, external partners, and our customers.
What you'll do
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of the overarching security architecture and concept of operations (CONOPS) for the constellation programme
- Drive the integration and implementation of specialized satellite security units (e.g., cryptographic and COMSEC hardware) into the overall satellite bus and payload design
- Oversee the implementation and integration of ground security units within the overall Ground Control Segment (GCS) and Mission Control Segment (MCS), ensuring secure command, control, and data downlinks
- Serve as the single point of contact for both our government Customer and our industrial partners regarding all security-related engineering, compliance, and operational matters
What you'll need
- Have successfully delivered complex systems engineering or security engineering solutions within aerospace, defence, or telecommunications projects
- Possess deep expertise operating within highly classified environments and implementing strict military and government security frameworks
- Hands-on experience integrating hardware and software security units, cryptographic modules, and secure communications protocols into complex technical systems
- Can clearly and concisely translate complex security requirements to non-security engineers, customers, and executive stakeholders
- Hold an advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related STEM discipline
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including payload engineers, ground software developers, and mission operators, to deliver secure cross-functional solutions
Nice to have
- Experience working specifically with space or ground systems
What they offer
- Competitive salary and stock options (ESOP)
- Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
- Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
- Health & wellness: gym membership and mental health support
- Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers & 6 weeks for secondary caregivers
- Family support: 5 days of paid family emergency leave, 100% remote work option during pregnancy

