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# Space Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Indra
- **Location:** Málaga, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Signals Intelligence, Performance Tuning, IBM Rational DOORS
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/details/5954144417

## About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Space Systems Engineer with strong experience across the complete lifecycle of space missions. The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise from Phase 0 to Phase E, deep knowledge of spacecraft systems, and the ability to lead mission-level systems engineering activities with both internal teams and customers., * At least 4 years of experience in the Space Industry.

 * Demonstrated experience across all lifecycle phases (0 to E).
 * Understanding of basic orbital dynamics concepts.
 * Experience working with a spacecraft or payload subsystem, preferably telecommunications.
 * Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, mission design, and space technologies.
 * Proficiency in systems engineering principles: requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, verification, and validation.
 * Experience in technical negotiations with customers and stakeholders.
 * Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
 * Professional fluency in English.

Optional / Nice-to-Have

 * Background in radio communications or signal intelligence.
 * Experience with IBM Rational DOORS.
 * Experience with Capella and/or Enterprise Architect.

## Description

* Define the mission CONOPS, coordinating both Space Segment and Ground Segment teams.
 * Support technical negotiations with customers, including requirement capture and architecture definition.
 * Define and maintain the mission technical schedule.
 * Capture, analyse, and maintain mission-level requirements and flow them down into system specifications.
 * Define functional chains across mission segments and ensure end-to-end technical coherence.
 * Identify, assess, and maintain the mission technical risk matrix.
 * Prepare technical documentation and deliverables in English.
 * Lead functional analyses and trade-offs to optimize system performance and ensure compliance with requirements.