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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. 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.What's in it for youHands?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 missionSupport 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 successBachelor'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.Experience in satellite operations or Earth observation missions is highly valued.#J-*****-Ljbffr ## Related Videos - [Your next 10x engineer isn't in your city. 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