Senior Avionics Design Engineer

ispace · Tokyo, Japan

Posted Oct 18, 2026

Est. total comp~$103K–$157K

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ispace is seeking a Senior Avionics Design Engineer to lead the development of spacecraft avionics hardware for lunar landers, satellites, and future space systems. This is a hands-on technical leadership role responsible for the full lifecycle of avionics hardware, from requirements definition and design through manufacturing, testing, qualification, and flight support.

The successful candidate will own key avionics products, drive technical decisions, solve complex engineering challenges, and mentor other engineers while working closely with multidisciplinary spacecraft teams.

Our teams work bilingually and Japanese and/or English ability is required.

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Crew department: Systems

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Networking
Linux and cloud basics
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Related coursework: the Systems Track: Spacecraft Links and Flight Software Basics. We study 4 core modules, take a quiz after each one and pass a final test to earn the Mars Mining Certificate in Spacecraft Links and Flight Software. We can link its verification page from our resume. It records online learning, not professional licensing or work experience.

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