Systems Engineer / Program Manager

This role sits in the Strategic Program Management Department and works directly under the department head. The position supports programs related to Synspective’s StriX satellites across design, development, testing, and operation. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders, particularly government agencies, and aligning activities across company departments.

The role also involves preparing and consolidating documents containing technical information, creating external proposals and explanatory materials, and delivering presentations. Other responsibilities include developing a future vision through technical and strategic research, considering research and development of next-generation satellites, and examining and establishing a production structure for manufacturing multiple satellites. The work covers a broad range of technical areas and requires communication with diverse stakeholders inside and outside the company.

Applicants must have an interest in space technology, English ability at daily-conversation level or above, and the ability to read and write English. At least one of the following is required: knowledge of systems engineering; project management experience; at least three years of experience dealing with government agencies or local authorities; or at least three years of work experience in the space industry. Preferred experience includes negotiation, coordination, or bidding projects with government agencies or local authorities, and experience designing and developing spacecraft. Business-level English is also welcomed.

The position is based at the company’s headquarters in Koto-ku, Tokyo. The office is scheduled to move on November 1, 2026, to Harumi Island Triton Square Office Tower Y, 38F, 1-8-11 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. Day trips to factories, research institutes, and customer sites within the Kanto area may be required. The workplace may be changed to locations designated by the company, including a remote-work location. Indoor smoking is generally prohibited, with an outdoor smoking area available on the premises.

Employment is permanent, with a three-month probationary period and no change in working conditions during probation. Depending on level and job duties, working hours use one of a flextime system, a professional discretionary work system, or a planning discretionary work system; the applicable system is explained during the final interview. Annual holidays total 125 days in fiscal 2026, including a complete two-day weekend schedule, Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and the year-end and New Year holiday from December 29 through January 3.

Health insurance, employees’ pension insurance, employment insurance, and workers’ compensation insurance are provided. Salary is determined according to experience and skills. There is no bonus, salary and promotion reviews are conducted twice a year based on evaluation, and overtime pay is provided, with amounts exceeding fixed overtime or fixed late-night allowances paid separately. Side jobs are permitted with approval, although dual employment contracts are not allowed. Remote work is available for people living within a commutable area. Transportation expenses are covered up to 30,000 yen per month, and language-learning expenses are supported up to 30,000 yen per month.