Systems Engineer for Spacecraft Payloads (Japanese requirement)
ispace, inc.
About this role
The Spacecraft Payload System Engineer is responsible for technically leading the integration of customer payloads onto lunar landers from requirements definition through integration, test, and lunar surface operations. Based in Tokyo and reporting to the Payload Team Manager, this role sits within a small, international team working on ispace’s lunar transportation services. The position focuses on managing technical interfaces between customer payloads and the lunar lander systems while supporting feasibility studies and documentation. It also supports operations and collaboration with internal engineering and business teams across the full project lifecycle.
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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 Announces Conclusion of Pioneering HAKUTO-R Lunar Exploration Program
Dec 5, 2025
ispace Initiates New Entity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Advance Lunar Exploration Partnerships
Jan 11, 2026
ispace and JAL Group Sign Collaboration Agreement for Lunar Transportation and Operations
Dec 3, 2025
ispace Announces Leadership Update
Oct 31, 2025
ispace 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
$82k – $110k
per year
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