Lead Solutions Architect
ispace, inc.
About this role
The Lead Solutions Architect in Advanced R&D at ispace leads the development of proposal-ready technical concepts for cislunar missions, including landers, orbit transfer vehicles, lunar satellites, and rovers. The role acts as the primary R&D interface to global business development teams and customers, translating mission needs into viable technical solutions. Based in Tokyo and reporting to the EVP of R&D, it requires native-level Japanese and strong English for detailed technical communication. The position has potential to grow into a team leadership role aligned with the successful candidate’s career path.
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About ispace, inc.
ispace-inc.comispace is a private lunar robotic exploration company developing micro-robotic technologies to provide low-cost, frequent transportation to and on the Moon. It conducts lunar surface exploration to map, process, and deliver resources and services to customers in cislunar space. ispace focuses on landers, rovers, and related systems to enable commercial lunar logistics, resource prospecting, and payload delivery for government and industry partners.
Recent company news
ispace-inc.comispace Announces Conclusion of Pioneering HAKUTO-R Lunar Exploration Program
Dec 5, 2025
ispaceispace Initiates New Entity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Advance Lunar Exploration Partnerships
Jan 11, 2026
ispace-inc.comispace and JAL Group Sign Collaboration Agreement for Lunar Transportation and Operations
Dec 3, 2025
ispace-inc.comispace Announces Leadership Update
Oct 31, 2025
ispace-inc.comispace Selected by Japan’s Space Strategy Fund for “High Precision Landing Technology in Lunar Polar Regions”
1 month ago
About ispace, inc.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$139k – $187k
per year