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# Satellite Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Darwin Recruitment
- **Location:** Álava, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Subsystems, System Software
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/satellite-systems-engineer-en-alava-ID-364416256

## About the Role

Contribute to proposals for new missions and projects.What will set you up for success- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent; qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunications, or Software Engineering are a plus.

 - 2-4 years of relevant experience in spacecraft systems or operations.
 - Strong problem?solving skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work independently.
 - Team spirit, versatility, and creativity.
 - Fluency in English; negotiation?level Spanish is a plus.
xqbhyrx - Experience in satellite operations or Earth observation missions is highly valued.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

## Description

Darwin Space are currently hiring for a Satellite Operations & Systems Engineer in Spain.Maximice sus posibilidades de que su candidatura sea seleccionada asegurándose de que su CV y sus habilidades se ajustan al perfil.What's in it for you- Hands?on technical experience: Contribute directly to satellite design, subsystem analysis, and in?orbit operations.- Cross?disciplinary exposure: Collaborate with engineers, partners, and stakeholders across systems, launch, platform, and ground segments.- Growth and learning: Develop expertise in satellite systems engineering and operations while supporting the Operations Lead.- Flexible working hours: Organize your schedule in a culture of autonomy and trust.- Private health insurance: Access comprehensive medical coverage for you and your wellbeing.- Dynamic and collaborative environment: Join a young, multidisciplinary team driven by innovation, precision, and problem?solving.Your mission- Support both the engineering and operational aspects of satellite missions.- Participate in the satellite operations during LEOP, commissioning, nominal mission, and end?of?life activities.- Contribute to tests in?orbit and anomaly investigations in collaboration with the satellite operations teams.- Support the preparation and validation of operational products such as Mission Control Software and test bench activities.- Process and analyse telemetry data, maintaining supporting tools and infrastructure.- Contribute to the training and operational readiness of the operations team.- Participate in the development of space missions, from early satellite/mission concepts, requirements, design, AIT, and launch.- Execute assessments and simulations of system performance and budgets (mass, power, pointing, communication, orbital drift, etc.).- Coordinate engineering teams for system and subsystem development projects.- Contribute to proposals for new missions and projects.What will set you up for success- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent; qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunications, or Software Engineering are a plus.- 2-4 years of relevant experience in spacecraft systems or operations.- Strong problem?solving skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work independently.- Team spirit, versatility, and creativity.- Fluency in English; negotiation?level Spanish is a plus.xqbhyrx - Experience in satellite operations or Earth observation missions is highly valued.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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