Avionics FDIR Architect

Indra Group; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Open culture

Global reach

Mobility opportunities

Lifelong learning

Career growth

Descripción de la vacante

Indra Space in Madrid is seeking a driven engineer to define and implement the FDIR architecture for European space systems, aligning with ECSS-E-ST-70-11C and ECSS-E-ST-70-41.

You will design system-level autonomy concepts, perform trade-off analyses, and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure robust spacecraft operation.

Qualifications include 5–10 years in ECSS-based space projects and fluent English.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record in complex space system projects with FDIR focus.
• Deep knowledge of ECSS-E-ST-70-11C and ECSS-E-ST-70-41.
• Familiarity with SAVOIR FDIR Handbook and reference architectures.
• Ability to balance hardware, software, and operations trade-offs.
• 5–10 years of experience under ECSS standards.
• High level of English.

Responsabilidades

• Define and develop the FDIR architecture for space systems.
• Ensure ECSS compliance and apply related standards.
• Design system-level autonomy concepts and functional architectures.
• Perform trade-off analyses between hardware redundancy, software autonomy, and ground interventions.
• Apply SAVOIR FDIR guidelines to ensure standardization.
• Coordinate FDIR activities across engineering teams.
• Support system engineering ensuring FDIR integration into spacecraft architecture.
• Review and validate technical documentation for quality and consistency.

Conocimientos

FDIR architecture

ECSS standards

System autonomy

Trade-off analysis

SAVOIR FDIR

Space systems

Educación

Aerospace Engineering

Computer Engineering

Descripción del empleo

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:

• 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?

• Define and develop the FDIR (Fault Detection, Isolation and Recovery) architecture for space systems.
• Ensure compliance with ECSS standards, particularly ECSS-E-ST-70-11C and ECSS-E-ST-70-41.
• Design system-level autonomy concepts and functional architectures.
• Perform trade-off analyses between hardware redundancy, software autonomy, and ground intervention strategies.
• Apply SAVOIR FDIR Handbook guidelines and reference architectures to ensure standardization and best practices.
• Coordinate FDIR-related activities across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support system engineering activities, ensuring integration of FDIR into overall spacecraft architecture.
• Review and validate technical documentation to guarantee consistency, quality, and compliance.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record in complex space system projects with focus on FDIR architecture, system-level autonomy, or functional engineering.
• Deep expertise in the ECSS framework, especially ECSS-E-ST-70-11C and ECSS-E-ST-70-41 standards.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the SAVOIR FDIR Handbook and related reference architectures.
• Strong capability to manage complex trade-offs between hardware, software, and operational strategies.
• 5–10 years of experience working under ECSS standards.
• High level of English.

What we offer

• Work Your Way: Flexible hours so you can balance life and work effortlessly.
• Open Culture: Direct communication and a friendly environment where your voice matters.
• Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact.
• People First: A collaborative team that supports and celebrates your success.
• Career Acceleration: Continuous feedback and annual reviews to help you grow.
• Stability You Can Trust: Long‑term projects in a leading company with a future vision.
• Global Reach: Your work will influence major international initiatives.
• Mobility Opportunities: Explore projects across Spain and beyond.
• Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses.

Our commitment: We promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, ensuring professional development and guaranteeing equal opportunities in selection, training, and promotion. We offer a workplace free from discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

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