Satellite Systems Engineer — On-Call for Space Projects

Hispasat; España; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hispasat in Madrid is seeking a System Engineer to lead the definition, design, development and oversight of a telecommunications satellite constellation program. You will engage in system engineering activities across the project lifecycle and work closely with stakeholders to deliver robust satellite solutions.

Responsibilities include coordinating design reviews, RFP preparation, risk management, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or similar.
• 10 years of experience in a similar position with hands-on exposure in payload procurement, payload equipment manufacturing or payload in-orbit operations in GEO and/or LEO
• Experience in managing large EU and ESA projects
• Experience with satellite ground station operations and network management
• Programming languages skills (Python, Matlab or similar)

Responsibilities

• Preparation of Satellite and Launch Services RFPs and technical evaluation.
• Coordination of satellite design, manufacturing, integration and testing oversight activities.
• Coordination, preparation and participation in unit, subsystem and system design, manufacturing and testing review meetings.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources to meet milestones and deliverables.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support launch campaign, LEOP and In Orbit Test Campaign.
• Support on-orbit satellite health status assessment and anomaly investigations.
• Preparation of weekly activity reports.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Satellite Ground Stations

Network Management

System Engineering

Risk Assessment

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Hispasat in Madrid is seeking a System Engineer to lead the definition, design, development and oversight of a telecommunications satellite constellation program. You will engage in system engineering activities across the project lifecycle and work closely with stakeholders to deliver robust satellite solutions.

Responsibilities include coordinating design reviews, RFP preparation, risk management, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.