Lead Aerospace Engineer

Description

**Overview** B2Space is an innovative and dynamic aerospace company leading technological advancements in the space industry. Our mission is to deliver reliable, flexible, and cost\-effective access to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) for small and micro satellites, making space accessible for everyone. As we scale our operations, we are looking for a Lead Aerospace Engineer with 10\+ years of experience to guide our team and oversee the technical work behind our high\-altitude balloon platforms and flight systems. **Role Overview** As a Lead Aerospace Engineer at B2Space, you will connect high\-level project goals with daily engineering work. With 10\+ years of experience, you will support and direct a team of engineers, oversee design architectures, and ensure safety and technical standards from initial concept through to launch. **Key Responsibilities** **Team Leadership \& Project Management** * **Manage \& Support:** Directly lead, mentor, and build a team of aerospace, mechanical, and systems engineers, encouraging innovation, technical quality, and open teamwork. * **Technical Oversight:** Act as the main technical expert for high\-altitude balloon projects, including pointing, recovery, guidance, and altitude control systems. * **Project Delivery:** Work alongside program managers to map out project schedules, assign team resources, plan risk management, and track project budgets for major flight campaigns. **Engineering Design \& Analysis** * **System Architecture:** Lead the end\-to\-end design, analysis, and refinement of high\-altitude balloon subsystems using CAD, MATLAB/Simulink, and Python. * **Aerodynamic \& Thermal Performance:** Supervise advanced fluid dynamics (CFD) and environmental modelling to improve aerodynamic performance and thermal stability at near\-space altitudes. * **Testing \& Launch Operations:** Direct launch campaign prep, environmental testing, verification steps, and field operations, making sure safety rules and standards are strictly followed. **Cross\-Functional Work** * Coordinate cross\-functional engineering work so mission requirements and industry standards are met smoothly. * Communicate directly with external partners, suppliers, and regulatory bodies on technical requirements and project updates. **Qualifications \& Experience** * **Experience:** 10\+ years of practical engineering experience in aerospace or space, including at least **3–5 years leading teams or projects**. * **Education:** Bachelor’s degree or higher (Master’s/PhD preferred) in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or a related field. * **Leadership Track Record:** Proven background bringing complex hardware/software subsystems through the complete lifecycle, from concept to testing, validation, and flight. * **Modelling \& Simulation:** Advanced skill in MATLAB, Simulink, and Python for complex modelling, dynamic simulation, and data analysis. * **Design \& CFD:** Advanced skill in 3D CAD modelling and strong working knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for aerodynamic performance. * **Standards \& Systems Engineering:** Strong practical understanding of systems engineering processes, requirements management, FMEA, and testing methods. **Work Authorization** This requisition is for a locally hired position in the United Kingdom. Candidates must possess current legal authorization to work in the UK without requiring visa or labour sponsorship from B2Space. Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent Ability to commute/relocate: * 09007 Burgos, Burgos provincia: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * industry: 10 years (Required) Language: * English (Required) * Spanish (Required) Work authorization: * Spain (Required) Work Location: In person