[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Leonardo jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leonardo/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Leonardo · Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE # Senior System Architect/ Engineer Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE Senior individual contributor Operations Listed on Leonardo’s official careers site. Listed as of October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Leonardo’s careers site →](https://leonardocompany.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/LeonardoCareerSite/job/DE---Darmstadt---Europahaus/Senior-System-Architect--Engineer_R0026840) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Leonardo](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leonardo/) / Senior System Architect/ Engineer ## Job description ### Job Description You’ve reached the final third of your professional career and are now looking to make a lasting impact by sharing your knowledge and experience? You thrive in complex, interdisciplinary environments and remain calm in challenging situations? You’re more interested in creating value and supporting others than climbing the next rung on the corporate ladder? If you define your success by the influence you have and the people you mentor – rather than job titles – then this role is for you. Your Mission You will become a key member of our Competence Centre for System-level Engineering and take on a pivotal role: Define and evolve system architectures for end-to-end ground infrastructure in space, defence and aviation domains – from satellite control systems to secure communications platforms and complex mission operations environments, including e.g. operations concept, system budgets, system level architecture, interface management, network architecture, security, hardware sizing and RAMS analysis. Take a technical leadership in complex system-level projects preparation and execution Perform the role of system engineering advisor and liaison in interdisciplinary development project. Mentor and coach younger engineers within the team, foster knowledge transfer, and actively contribute to architectural reviews and pair design sessions. Help shape and standardize reusable architecture approaches across projects. What You Bring At least 20 years of professional experience in system engineering/architecture/integration, ideally with a focus on satellite ground segment and/or mission-critical systems. Strong knowledge of System-of-Systems architecture, System Engineering approaches (e.g. MBSE), and Enterprise Architecture frameworks. Experience in international projects, ideally within the ESA/DLR/EUMETSAT ecosystem. A passion for mentorship, coaching, and sharing best practices. Excellent communication skills – fluency in English is required. ### What We Offer A meaningful senior-level role with technical influence – without pressure for vertical career development. A chance to help build up the Competence Centre in a meaningful and strategic way. A high-calibre, collaborative team that values your expertise. Flexible working models and a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and lifelong learning. ### Seniority Master Primary Location: DE - Darmstadt - Europahaus Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE[Apply on Leonardo’s careers site →](https://leonardocompany.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/LeonardoCareerSite/job/DE---Darmstadt---Europahaus/Senior-System-Architect--Engineer_R0026840) ## More jobs at Leonardo ### [AI Engineer - Spacecraft Operations Domain](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leonardo/jobs/626deb9219306b8ba96e/) Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE ### [Bid / Proposal Manager (Deutsch)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leonardo/jobs/b220c9963a3aa451a454/) Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE ### [Bid / Proposal Manager (English)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leonardo/jobs/0a5b2ca564ce63e28eb3/) Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE ### [Cybersecurity Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leonardo/jobs/cfae4df2fd916ec4296e/) Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE ### [General Accountant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leonardo/jobs/7924e887830224dd0ce8/) Darmstadt - Europahaus, DE ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [VLSI Design & System Architect/ Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/4d3d21c50d1e5599d361/) Qualcomm · Chennai, Tamil Nādu, India ### [System Architect - AIR6500](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/f555a94c285e92b68605/) Lockheed Martin · Mawson Lakes, AUS ### [Senior System Design Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/408ae6eb2402faaeef08/) Qualcomm · Taipei, Taipei City, Taiwan ### [System Architect for Trak Platform](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/7e82e8ec4053b8159b44/) ABB · Shanghai, China ### [System Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-healthcare-technologies/jobs/c1529f969e048f60c01b/) GE HealthCare Technologies · Beijing, China [Operations jobs](/functions/operations/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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