Senior Manager - Payload Systems (Space42)
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Space42 is seeking a Senior Manager – Payload Systems to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for end-to-end management of payload initiatives for the satellite fleet. The role involves overseeing design, procurement, integration, testing, and operational support of communication payloads and TT&C subsystems.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the Payload Systems team in managing design, procurement, integration, and testing for current and future satellite payloads
- Oversee definition and validation of technical requirements for communication payloads and TT&C subsystems
- Supervise payload system support for operational spacecraft and ensure accurate identification and resolution of technical anomalies
- Guide the evaluation of payload component suppliers, managing RFI/RFP/BAFO processes and technical negotiations
- Maintain an expert level awareness of industry technology trends, competitive benchmarks, and component supplier roadmaps
- Direct the documentation of lessons learnt, providing structured feedback to inform future program procurement and design cycles
- Produce consolidated reports and briefings for executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Support new mission feasibility studies, collaborating with AI/ML and satellite engineering teams
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements within payload systems projects
- Develop the training plan for team members, prioritizing upskilling in AI, advanced analytics, and system integration
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
- 10+ years’ progressive experience in satellite payload systems engineering, integration, or mission operations within the space or telecom sector
- Deep knowledge of RF, communications, and TT&C systems design and integration
- Experience in Satcom/telecom satellites
- Payload performance analyses
- AIT (testing) experience
- Expertise in link budgets
- Management experience
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Overview
- Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE based AI powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space.
- Established in 2024 following the successful merger between Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42’s global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities.
- Our vision is to pioneer beyond today for humanity to experience a better tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Payload Systems team in managing design, procurement, integration, and testing for current and future satellite payloads, ensuring peak system performance and reliability.
- Oversee definition and validation of technical requirements for communication payloads and TT&C subsystems, aligning with critical mission and customer needs.
- Supervise payload system support for operational spacecraft and ensure accurate identification and resolution of technical anomalies.
- Guide the evaluation of payload component suppliers, managing RFI/RFP/BAFO processes and technical negotiations to maximize value and innovation.
- Maintain an expert level awareness of industry technology trends, competitive benchmarks, and component supplier roadmaps.
- Direct the documentation of lessons learnt, providing structured feedback to inform future program procurement and design cycles.
- Produce consolidated reports and briefings for executive leadership and key stakeholders on ongoing activities, performance metrics, and issues.
- Support new mission feasibility studies, collaborating with AI/ML and satellite engineering teams to maximize payload utility.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements within payload systems projects.
- Develop the training plan for team members, prioritizing upskilling in AI, advanced analytics, and system integration.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
- Advanced Degree or Certifications (e.g. PhD, PMP, Six Sigma, Space Systems Engineering).
- 10+ years’ progressive experience in satellite payload systems engineering, integration, or mission operations within the space or telecom sector.
- Proven experience with AI and/or advanced analytics applications in payload or satellite systems.
- Deep knowledge of RF, communications, and TT&C systems design and integration.
- Experience with AI/ML, cloud, or edge computing applied in space or defense contexts is a plus.
- Experience in Satcom/telecom satellites (must)
- Payload performance analyses (must)
- AIT (testing) experience (must), IOT (Desirable)
- Expertise in link budgets (must)
- Management experience (highly recommended)
- Experience with flexible payloads, including active antennas and beamforming. (highly recommended)
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