spacecraft systems engineer
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Job description
- Support the analysis of customer mission needs for system requirements.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary design and verification activities.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation for requirements and verification plans., * Support the analysis of customer and mission needs to contribute to system requirement definition.
- Assist in maintaining spacecraft system architecture and ensuring interface consistency between subsystems.
- Contribute to the interdisciplinary design and verification activities of:
- Communication systems: telemetry, telecommand, RF links, modulation schemes, SDR platforms, antennas, and end-to-end space-ground architecture.
- OBDH: operational modes, data buses, TM/TC architecture, basic FDIR concepts.
- EPS (interface level): power budgets and subsystem electrical interfaces.
- AOCS (interface level): operational modes and subsystem interaction.
- Perform link budget calculations and support end-to-end communication architecture analysis (space segment to ground segment).
- Support trade-off analyses related to mass, power, and performance at system level.
- Contribute to troubleshooting and anomaly resolution under senior supervision.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation: requirements, ICDs, verification plans, and design documentation.
Requirements
ARQUIMEA is seeking a spacecraft systems engineer at their headquarters in Torrejón de Ardoz. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Aerospace, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering along with 2-3 years of experience in spacecraft systems. Key responsibilities include supporting mission analysis and maintaining technical documentation. Candidates should also have knowledge in telecommunications and space systems. ARQUIMEA values diversity and encourages collaborative individuals ready to tackle challenges., * 2-3 years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering or key subsystems.
- Experience in RF communication systems and link budget analysis.
- Basic understanding of EPS and AOCS interfaces., Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Aerospace, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical or Electronic Engineering or related technical field
- 2-3 years in spacecraft systems engineering or in key subsystems (EPS, OBDH, Propulsion, or AOCS) or telecommunications satellites.
- Experience or knowledge in some of the following areas is required:
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Telecommunications & Networks o RF communication systems and link budget analysis o TT&C systems o End-to-end communication architectures (space-to-ground) o SDR platforms o Antennas and RF subsystems o Communication protocols such as CAN, SpaceWire, Ethernet, RS-4XX
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Space systems (basic/intermediate level) o TM/TC architecture o OBDH systems and data buses o Operational modes and redundancy concepts o Basic understanding of EPS and AOCS interfaces
- Valuable knowledge:
- Requirements management tools
- Familiarity with ECSS standards
- Basic understanding of FMECA and reliability analysis
- Experience with system simulation tools (MATLAB, Python or similar)
- Exposure to spacecraft integration and environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, EMC/EMI)
- Knowledge of ground segment architecture
- Hands-on experience with avionics hardware is valued but not mandatory.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.
The position is located in our Headquarters of Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid).
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