Systems - Spacecraft Lead Engineer - Kestrel

madrid, kingdom of spain, Spain • Posted June 05, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: madrid, kingdom of spain
Posted: June 05, 2026
Category: IT
Application Deadline: July 15, 2026

Role Description

Introduction
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At Orbital Paradigm, we design, develop, manufacture, and operate reusable orbital logistics systems. Our spacecraft perform multiple orbital mission profiles and return safely to Earth through hypersonic atmospheric reentry and landing with pinpoint accuracy for rapid refurbishment and reuse.
Role Description
Orbital Paradigm is looking for a Spacecraft Lead Engineer to lead the development of Kestrel, the company's primary spacecraft programme, and drive the spacecraft engineering function across the company.
Kestrel is a space return capsule capable of transporting up to 120 kg of payload to space and back, staying in orbit up to 3 months, and flying through hypersonic reentry using an advanced onboard guidance system capable of limiting accelerations below 3g.
The role covers spacecraft architectur...

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