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Holt Executive is Hiring – Digital Electronics Engineer (C&DH)  Holt Executive is partnering with a leading space technology company to find a Digital Electronics Engineer (Command & Data Handling) to join their team in Harwell, UK. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development of mission-critical spacecraft electronics, supporting innovative space missions that push technological boundaries.

About the Role: As a Digital Electronics Engineer (C&DH), you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing electronic systems for spacecraft, covering the full lifecycle from early design to assembly, integration, and verification (AIV). The role involves working on complex spacecraft data handling architectures, interface design, and system testing, ensuring the smooth operation of mission-critical electronics.

This position offers the opportunity to shape the direction of C&DH engineering within a growing and dynamic team, contributing to space missions that require high-speed data processing, precision control, and fault-tolerant electronics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and design Command & Data Handling (C&DH) subsystems for spacecraft.
• Define subsystem requirements, test plans, and verification processes.
• Manage data processing and power budgets for onboard electronics.
• Design and review C&DH architectures, ensuring compatibility with mission needs.
• Conduct FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) and FDIR (Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery) processes.
• Collaborate with system engineers, ground segment teams, and operations teams to integrate and validate spacecraft systems.
• Plan, prepare, and execute electrical subsystem and system-level verification tests, including writing test scripts and supporting environmental testing.
• Work with suppliers and procurement teams to define specifications and evaluate C&DH equipment.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of commercial experience in electronic and/or system design for satellite Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems.
• Experience working with industry-standard spacecraft communication protocols such as CCSDS, I2C, RS422, SpaceWire, and CAN.
• Understanding of C&DH system operations, avionics interfaces, and mission electronics.
• Hands-on experience in developing and executing test plans for spacecraft avionics.
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering and requirements management throughout the project lifecycle.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with FPGA design using Verilog/VHDL.
• Proficiency in Python for test scripting.
• Hands-on experience handling and testing flight hardware in a cleanroom environment.
• Knowledge of GNSS systems and time synchronization for satellites.
• Understanding of radiation tolerance analysis and space-grade electronics for Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
• Familiarity with space sustainability initiatives, such as active debris removal and in-orbit servicing.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work with a highly skilled, international team on cutting-edge space electronics.
• Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
• Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
• Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
• Regular social events and professional development opportunities.

If you’re passionate about digital electronics and spacecraft C&DH systems, apply today or contact Holt Executive to learn more!

Holt Executive is Hiring – Senior GNC Engineer (Space Missions) Holt Executive is partnering with a cutting-edge space technology company to find a Senior GNC Engineer to join their expert team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems, contributing to the development of rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking (RPO) missions that are shaping the future of space sustainability.

About the Role: As a Senior GNC Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and validating trajectory planning, guidance algorithms, and navigation filters for complex spacecraft rendezvous and docking operations. You will work closely with flight dynamics, software, and systems engineering teams to create robust, fault-tolerant GNC solutions that ensure mission success.

This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong background in GNC algorithm development, aerospace simulations, and system-level analysis, looking to contribute to next-generation space missions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and validate GNC algorithms for RPO and spacecraft manoeuvres.
• Develop simulator models to support guidance and control system validation.
• Ensure configuration control and logical management of GNC software solutions.
• Support software architecture development, leading towards an integrated GNC software solution.
• Conduct research into state-of-the-art GNC algorithms and implement innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with QA and production teams to transition GNC developments into scalable solutions.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and C/C++ for aerospace simulations.
• Strong experience in GNC algorithm design (e.g., navigation filters, guidance strategies, control systems).
• Experience in fault-tolerant GNC system design and software development.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Strong problem-solving skills, balancing innovation and on-time delivery.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of GNC rendezvous sensors and pose estimation techniques.
• Hands-on experience with GNC hardware Assembly, Integration, and Verification (AIV).
• Familiarity with Active Debris Removal (ADR) and RPO mission concepts, such as ESA CleanSpace projects, DARPA Express, or DEOS.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work with a highly skilled, international team on cutting-edge space technology.
• Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
• Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
• Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
• Regular social events and professional development opportunities.

If you’re passionate about advancing space mission GNC systems, apply today or contact Holt Executive for more details!

Holt Executive is Hiring – GNC Engineer (Space Missions)  Holt Executive is partnering with a pioneering space technology company to find a GNC Engineer to join their expert team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge space guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems, enabling complex rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking (RPO) missions.

About the Role: As a GNC Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, optimizing, and testing GNC algorithms and simulation models to support advanced space missions. You will work on sensor technologies, fault detection processes, and system integration, ensuring mission success through robust and innovative engineering solutions.

This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in GNC algorithm development, spacecraft simulations, and system-level analysis, looking to work on game-changing space sustainability missions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, optimize, and test GNC algorithms (e.g., navigation filters, guidance strategies, and controllers).
• Develop GNC simulation models and functionalities for mission analysis.
• Support trade-off analysis and integration of state-of-the-art RPO sensors and data fusion techniques.
• Contribute to Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) and Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) processes.
• Perform GNC subsystem verification, validation, and spacecraft integration testing.
• Work with Engineering Model (EM) hardware to conduct subsystem development testing.
• Support both development-focused and production-focused GNC activities, including Quality Assurance (QA) processes.

Essential Skills:

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience with GNC simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and Python.
• Hands-on experience designing navigation filters, guidance algorithms, and control systems.
• Strong understanding of fault-tolerant GNC system design.
• Experience with Systems Engineering principles and processes.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a balance between creative innovation and delivery-focused engineering.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of GNC rendezvous and pose estimation sensors and techniques.
• Experience in GNC hardware Assembly, Integration, and Verification (AIV).
• Familiarity with Active Debris Removal (ADR) and RPO mission concepts, such as RemoveDebris, ESA’s CleanSpace projects, DARPA Express, or DEOS.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work with a highly skilled, international team on cutting-edge space technology.
• Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
• Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
• Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
• Regular social events and professional development opportunities.

If you’re passionate about advancing space mission GNC systems, apply today or contact Holt Executive for more details!

Holt Executive is Hiring – Flight Dynamics Engineer Holt Executive is partnering with a leading space technology company to find a Flight Dynamics Engineer to join their growing team in Harwell, UK. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to mission design, orbital manoeuvres, and space safety, working at the forefront of satellite operations and rendezvous missions.

About the Role: As a Flight Dynamics Engineer, you will be involved in mission trajectory planning, orbit determination, and real-time operations for spacecraft engaged in advanced orbital activities, including rendezvous, docking, separation, and end-of-life manoeuvres. You will play a key role in developing flight dynamics tools, algorithms, and monitoring systems while collaborating with global partners to ensure safe and efficient space operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support mission design and trajectory planning, from requirements derivation to algorithm development.
• Perform modelling, simulation, and analysis for orbital manoeuvres and relative motion.
• Enhance safe rendezvous capabilities and improve flight dynamics processes.
• Develop state-of-the-art telemetry monitoring and command generation tools.
• Work with Space Situational Awareness (SSA) providers to ensure safe spacecraft operations.
• Support real-time operations, including LEOP, manoeuvre planning, orbit determination, and collision avoidance.
• Contribute to multi-object orbit estimation, filtering methods, and image processing.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in programming, with experience in MATLAB and Python preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a calm, organised approach.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Skills:

• Master’s or PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience in spacecraft flight operations.
• Familiarity with Linux, scripting, and version control.
• Background in Mission Analysis, Filtering Methods, GNC, or Image Processing.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work with a highly talented, international team on cutting-edge space missions.
• Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
• Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
• A brand-new state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facility.
• Regular social events and a collaborative work environment.

If you’re passionate about space mission design and flight dynamics, apply today or contact Holt Executive to learn more!

Holt Executive is excited to collaborate with a premier pioneer in the field of navigation and robotics, specializing in autonomous systems and sensing solutions.

We are on the search for an experienced Strategic Account Manager to lead the expansion efforts across commercial markets. This role is pivotal in driving sales growth, building solid customer relationships, increasing brand visibility, and capturing key strategic accounts.

Primary Responsibilities of the Strategic Account Manager Role:

• Driving revenue growth and securing orders by leveraging existing contacts, attracting new clients, and facilitating upsell opportunities.
• Overseeing the entire sales process from lead generation to deal closure, and presenting innovative solutions to both prospective and established customers.
• Working collaboratively with senior sales leaders and various teams to execute compelling Go-To-Market strategies.
• Articulating the value of our products and services by providing ROI analyses and showcasing qualitative benefits.
• Collaborating with Support and Product teams to customize our offerings to meet customer demands and guide future product innovations.
• Engaging with different internal teams to enhance sales tactics and expedite business expansion.
• Ensuring the precision and efficiency of our CRM system to provide accurate business forecasts.

Required Experience & Qualifications of the Strategic Account Manager Role:

• A minimum of 5 years in Sales and Account Management, ideally within technologically advanced industries such as automotive, mining, agriculture, autonomous vehicles, robotics, drones, geospatial/surveying, or aviation.
• Preferably knowledgeable in optical sensors, inertial sensors, acoustics, GNSS or robotics.
• Proven executive presence with strong skills in delivering impactful presentations.
• Capability to thrive in dynamic, entrepreneurial settings while being an active team contributor.
• Exceptional analytical, technical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, specifically Salesforce.
• Availability to travel about 30% of the time.

Interested candidates whose backgrounds align with qualifications for the Strategic Account Manager are encouraged to forward their CVs to info@holtexecutive.com  for consideration.

Holt Executive is partnering with an innovative, fast-growing leader in navigation and robotics to find a Senior Proposal Manager/Global Bids to join their team.

This pivotal Senior Proposal Manager/Global Bids role will take ownership of identifying and managing complex bid opportunities, guiding the process from assessment to submission, presentation, negotiation, and evaluation. Enhancing the effectiveness of their Regional Sales Teams by delivering expert resources, including detailed RFx submissions.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Proposal Manager/Global Bids:

• Manage the internal ‘Deal Desk’ by maintaining standard response documents, including those related to security, export control, and legal matters.
• Oversee vendor portals, vetting of non-standard terms and conditions, NDAs, and manage deviations from standard contract terms.
• Gather and organize response content from internal subject matter experts, preparing it for the sales team to finalize.
• Handle requests for deviations from standard contractual terms.
• Ensure compliance with corporate guidelines, management policies, and legal requirements across all bids.
• Coordinate necessary approvals from various departments such as Finance, Legal, and Product Development.
• Act as a trusted advisor on proposal structure, quoting, pricing, contract alternatives, and value propositions to support deal closure.

Skills and Experience Required for the Senior Proposal Manager/Global Bids:

• 3-5 years or more of experience in a deal desk or equivalent position, with a proven history of handling complex RFx procedures in the tech industry.
• Exceptional writing skills with experience in government or large corporation tender responses highly regarded.
• Adept in project and process management, with strong analytical, problem-solving, and data management skills.
• Expertise in creating written and visual documentation.
• Proficiency with G-suite, strong Excel skills, and a keen eye for proofreading and detail.
• Experience of commercial and contract frameworks within a technology company.
• Knowledge of government trade and export licensing regulations in the EMEA region is beneficial.

If your qualifications and experience align with this Senior Proposal Manager/Global Bids opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration. 

Holt Executive are actively partnered with a leading innovator in navigation and robotics for autonomous systems and sensing solutions, to support with a critical Senior Account Manager/ Director EMEA hire.

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Account Manager/ Director EMEA who will spearhead expansion of Commercial Markets in the EMEA region. Your role will focus on driving sales, fostering customer relationships, enhancing brand awareness, and securing strategic accounts across the territory.

Key Responsibilities below for Senior Account Manager/ Director EMEA:

• Generate revenue and secure orders by leveraging existing relationships, acquiring new clients, and promoting upsells.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation to closing, introducing cutting-edge solutions to both new and existing customers.
• Collaborate with senior sales leadership and other teams to implement effective Go-To-Market strategies.
• Communicate the value of products and services through ROI analysis and qualitative benefits.
• Partner with Support and Product teams to tailor our offerings to customer needs and influence future product developments.
• Coordinate with various internal teams to refine sales strategies and accelerate business growth.
• Maintain accuracy and operational excellence in our CRM system to ensure reliable business forecasting.

Key experience & qualifications for Senior Account Manager/ Director EMEA:

• At least 5 years of experience in Sales and Account Management, preferably within high-tech industries like mining, agriculture, construction, automotive, autonomous vehicles, robotics, drones, geospatial/surveying or helicopters.
• Demonstrable executive presence and proficiency in delivering presentations.
• Adept at working in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments as a proactive team player.
• Technical familiarity with inertial sensors, acoustics, GNSS, optical sensors, or robotics is preferred.
• Proficient with CRM systems, particularly Salesforce.
• Strong analytical, technical, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time.

If your qualifications and experience align with this Senior Account Manager/ Director EMEA opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration.

High-Performance Computing Team Leader

Holt Executive are partnered with a global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.

Our partner is seeking a High-Performance Computing Team Leader to play a vital role in the operation, and support of the constellation management systems and systems model.    

Key Responsibilities for the High-Performance Computing Team Leader:

• Monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting HPC nodes.
• Managing hardware, software installation, and configuring and optimizing the environment.
• Identifying, diagnosing, and resolving level two issues for users of the software and hardware.
• Act as second line support for issues escalated by the first line support.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations and support of the HPC environment. 
• Take ownership of capacity, availability, and performance of the HPC clusters.
• Migration of existing nodes. 
• Implementation and management of a system based on Foreman (or similar) to manage patching and oversee cluster management.
• Implementing patches and upgrades to Linux, Slurm, and OpenHPC.
• Install new servers and storage, build new clusters, configure, and manage Linux distributions, hypervisors and tooling.

Key Skills & Experience for the High-Performance Computing Team Leader:

• Diploma or Degree in a relevant area of study. Computer Science together with demonstrated operational network-related experience is preferred.
• Experience in HPC tools such as Slurm, OpenHPC, LSF or GridEngine.
• Experience in the use of KVM or other hypervisors.
• Knowledge of HPC clusters and use cases.
• Experience in the installation and operation of Linux platforms in an Enterprise environment (Ubuntu/RedHat).
• Experience with identity management using Microsoft Identity Manager and Azure AD Connect.
• Industry certifications such as MCSE, CISSP are desired.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and be able to obtain a Security Clearance.
 
This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office per week and occasional travel is anticipated.
 
If your skills and experience match this High-Performance Computing Team Leader opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!