OBDH Team Lead

The On-Board Data Handling (OBDH) team within the Mission Solutions & Engineering group at ISISPACE is responsible for the development, integration, and verification of onboard software within our satellite projects, as well as system testing to ensure that embedded software, hardware and satellite systems work together as intended.

The team also provides engineering support to customers for satellites in orbit, working closely with the Operations team to investigate and resolve technical issues.

We are looking for a Team Lead who can bring structure, cohesion and direction to a multidisciplinary engineering team. You will ensure that the team is well organised, supported, and able to manage its priorities and deliver high-quality engineering work, while creating a healthy and collaborative team environment with open communication lines. The role requires strong people management skills and a solid understanding of software engineering, preferably within the space domain. If required, Team Leads may also contribute to discipline-specific work alongside their team members.

Specific tasks and responsibilities include:

Strategic Alignment & Planning

• Translate department goals and initiatives into clear team objectives and plans.

• Define priorities, expected results, and assign team members to projects based on needs, competencies, and capacity.

• Support resource planning in coordination with internal stakeholders, taking into account project demands and in-orbit customer support.

• Ensure the team develops the technical expertise and capacity needed to support current and future project requirements.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the OBDH team.

• Build a cohesive team environment based on trust, open communication and mutual support.

• Provide professional guidance, mentorship, and support to team members.

• Monitor workload and progress, address issues, and escalate where necessary.

• Conduct performance reviews and identify development and training needs in alignment with management.

• Encourage knowledge sharing and the continuous development of technical expertise within the team.

Process & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain team processes and improvements in alignment with company and department initiatives.

• Ensure team processes are documented and adhered to.

• Coordinate process improvements with other stakeholders, teams, and departments.

• Ensure team members comply with applicable processes, standards, rules, and regulations, and address deviations.

• Promote consistent engineering practices for embedded software development, testing, integration and verification across projects.

Collaboration & Culture

• Facilitate effective collaboration with internal stakeholders, particularly Project Managers and other engineering teams.

• Work closely with the Operations team during satellite development, integration and in-orbit support.

• Promote a positive, professional, and supportive team environment.

• Encourage cross-functional knowledge sharing and alignment of technical activities with overall satellite system requirements.

• Degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field.

• At least 4 years of experience in leading and managing engineering teams.

• Solid experience in software engineering, preferably embedded software development, software integration or system testing.

• Experience in software development and verification within complex systems; experience in the space domain is preferred.

• Good understanding of the software development lifecycle, including software architecture, design, development, reviews, integration, testing and verification.

• Familiarity with modern software development practices, including automation, software quality, and safety and security considerations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide, mentor, build trust and ensure collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong organisational and resource management skills, with the ability to establish priorities and manage competing demands.

• Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable team objectives.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.