Communications & Data Handling Engineer – Small Satellite Missions

buscojobs España; Pontevedra; Presencial; EUR 35.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A pioneering company in the space technology sector is seeking a Communications & Data Handling Engineer for Small Satellite Missions. The role involves defining communication interfaces, designing electrical architecture, and collaborating across teams to support satellite operations. Our ideal candidate holds a relevant degree, has at least 2 years of experience, and is passionate about contributing to cutting-edge space missions.

Servicios

Flexible start and finish times

Health, dental, and accident insurance

Personalized career development and training

Wellbeing programs with free fruit and lunch every Friday

Formación

• Minimum 2 years of experience in satellite communications, OBCs, and TTC subsystems.
• Familiarity with communication protocols and electrical design.

Responsabilidades

• Define and specify communication subsystems for small satellite missions.
• Design and prepare interface control documents and ensure compatibility with ground systems.

Conocimientos

Communication protocols

Electrical design

RF concepts

Collaboration

Educación

Degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Communications & Data Handling Engineer – Small Satellite Missions Join our team and build the future of space technology

We’re expanding our team at Alén Space and are looking for a Communications & Data Handling Engineer – Small Satellite Missions, passionate, talented, and experienced , to join our Space Missions area within the Communications & Data Handling (C&DH) team. The selected candidate will be responsible for defining, specifying, and verifying communication and data interfaces across the satellite platform, as well as supporting the electrical architecture and ground segment interfaces.

What you will be doing

• Selection and definition of on-board communication subsystems (OBCs, TTC modules, radios, antennas, etc.).
• Design of the logical architecture, including data buses, protocols, and internal communications.
• Specification of the electrical architecture, including power interfaces, grounding schemes, and subsystem connectivity.
• Preparation of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for system compatibility.
• Design of harnessing and connector layouts in collaboration with mechanical and systems engineering teams.
• Planning of space-to-ground communication, including telemetry / downlink strategy and data routing.
• Supporting ground segment design to ensure compatibility with TTC equipment and mission requirements.
• Contributing to orbit-spectrum coordination activities and supporting ITU documentation.
• Performing and validating link budgets to ensure RF performance and coverage.

What we need in our team

• Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in :
• OBCs, TTC subsystems, radios, antennas, and satellite communications.
• Data buses and communication protocols (CAN, I²C, UART, SPI, etc.).
• Electrical design, power interfaces, grounding, and EMC considerations.
• Familiarity with interface definition and documentation (ICDs).
• Knowledge of RF concepts and link budget analysis.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines, communicate clearly, and document technical work.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Valuable knowledge

• Experience with small satellite platforms or cubesats.
• Knowledge of ECSS standards.
• Familiarity with spectrum regulations and ITU filing processes.
• Experience in hardware procurement or specification of EGSE and electrical test setups.

Candidate qualifications and skills

• Ability to work remotely part of the time, as agreed with the Area Manager.
• Flexible start / finish times; reduced hours on Fridays and in summer.
• Competitive compensation with ongoing reviews and flexibility.
• Wellbeing programs including health, dental, and accident insurance; free fruit, coffee, and lunch every Friday.
• Personalized career development, training, and language learning support.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity, promoting equal opportunities in recruitment.

If you resonate with this description, we might be a great match. Join us in building the future of space technology!

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