Ground Segment Systems Engineer
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Indra Space - Leading the Next Generation of Space Systems At Indra Space, we are on a mission to redefine the European space industry by delivering high-performance small satellite solutions for LEO missions. Our ambition? To become a leading company in end-to-end satellite systems, driving innovation in: Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT) Secure Communications Earth Observation & ISR Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM) Science & space exploration As the Space Business Unit of Indra Group, we combine cutting-edge technology with a full value chain approach-from satellite design and integration to ground segment and operations. With the integration of Deimos and strategic participation in Hispasat and Hisdesat, we are scaling Europe's space autonomy and contributing to flagship programs like IRIS², Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus. What will you do? - Design and specify ground segment systems and subsystems for space missions. - Manage and generate systems engineering artifacts, including requirements, system architecture, and interface control documentation. - Participate in system integration, verification, and validation (IVV) activities. - Apply software development lifecycle practices using tools such as Git, Jira, and Confluence. - Read, understand, and interpret UML diagrams and system models. - Ensure compliance with space industry standards such as CCSDS, PUS, XTCE, and OGC. - Lead technical aspects of space-related projects. - Coordinate and monitor subcontractors and external partners. - Act as the technical interface with clients, translating operational needs into engineering solutions. - Contribute to technical documentation and project follow-up activities. What are we looking for? Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or Aerospace Engineering. Experience in ground segment engineering, including design and specification of systems and subsystems. Experience in requirements engineering, system architecture definition, and interface control documentation. Familiarity with system integration, verification, and validation processes. Knowledge of software development lifecycle and tools such as Git, Jira, and Confluence. Ability to read and interpret UML diagrams and system models. Working knowledge of space industry standards: CCSDS, PUS, XTCE, and OGC. Experience managing technical aspects of space-related projects. Ability to coordinate and monitor subcontractors and external partners. Proven experience acting as a technical interface with clients. Advanced knowledge of ECSS standards. Advanced knowledge of SATCOM systems. 2-3 years of experience in product or project engineering roles. High level of English. Availability to work in a hybrid model in Madrid. Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. Apply, learn about our proposal, and show us what you can bring What we offer Work Your Way: Flexible hours so