Lead Satellite Operations Engineer

FOSSA Systems; Las Rozas de Madrid; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FOSSA Systems is seeking a Satellite Operations Engineer to lead and coordinate the Satellite Operations department. You will oversee day-to-day operations of the satellite fleet, coordinate with other technical disciplines and participate in the full development cycle for hardware in ground, space and user segments.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, a relevant engineering degree, strong Python skills, Linux familiarity, and excellent English.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in satellite operations.
• Degree in Aerospace, Telecom, CS or similar is required.
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with Linux environments.
• English fluency and data-driven problem solving are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute real-time, mission-critical software for satellite operations.
• Day-to-day running and coordination of the Operations team.
• Drive improvements to fleet capacity and productivity through process enhancements.
• Report to the CTO and flight segment lead; generate project documentation.

Skills

Python

Linux

Satellite operations

English proficiency

MySQL

Data analysis

Education

Aerospace/Telecom/CS degree

Job description

About FOSSA

At FOSSA, we’re redefining how the world connects. As a leading space engineering and telecommunications company, we specialize in developing and deploying space technologies that enable a new era of communications. With a team of over +50 talented professionals, we’ve already launched +25 satellites and are actively building a next-generation satellite constellation to deliver cost-effective, cutting-edge connectivity where it’s needed most.

With headquarters in Madrid and an R&D center in Lisbon, FOSSA is at the forefront of innovation in satellite manufacturing, operations, and IoT connectivity.

Who are we looking for?

We are actively looking for a Satellite Operations Engineer to lead and coordinate FOSSA Satellite Operations department, contributing to the day to day operations of FOSSA satellite fleet.

We are searching for individuals who know how to work in dynamic, young and agile teams supervising people and coordinating with other technical disciplines.

You will be able to participate in the different steps of the development cycle for all our internal hardware developments in ground, space and user segments.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and execute the development of real time, mission critical software solutions for satellite operations.
• Day to day running and coordination of the Operations team.
• Drive improvements to fleet capacity and productivity through process enhancements
• Reporting to the CTO and flight segment responsible
• Generate project documentation (Reports, Tests Campaigns,etc)

Profile

• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Telecom Engineering, Computer Science or similar
• Proficiency in software development, particularly in Python or similar languages
• Familiarity with LINUX environments
• Basic understanding of conceptual telecommunications concepts related to space and IoT (Polarization, Doppler, Link Budgets, etc.)
• Familiarity with satellite and IoT communication protocols such as CSP, MQTT, LoRaWAN, and NTN NB IoT
• Experience in working with databases, including MySQL
• Full professional proficiency in English
• Data driven mindset with experience in statistical analysis
• Familiarity with the space environment and its challenges
• Proactive approach to engineering and problem solving in high demand and critical scenarios
• Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills within a technical team

Preferably

• Hands on experience operating spacecraft or remote systems
• Experience coordinating resources and projects with multiple engineering teams
• Practical expertise in data analysis for problem solving
• Familiarity with automation and optimization tools
• Contributions to open source software projects

Why FOSSA?

• Be part of a pioneering company transforming the satellite IoT connectivity landscape.
• Work with cutting-edge technology in a fast paced, innovative environment.
• Flexible working arrangements with a strong focus on work-life balance.

FOSSA is a fast growing, revolutionary and dynamic company that works every day to find the latest technology on the market and make wonderful and functional things with it.

We trust each and every one of our employees and give them the space to contribute ideas, to grow, to investigate, to try and learn from their mistakes.

We are a company that believes in equal opportunities, all applications will be considered and no discrimination for any reason will be tolerated.

Location: Las Rozas, Madrid.

Full Time, Indefinite contract.