Satellite Production Senior Technician, Electronics

ICEYE; New Mexico; On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE, a global leader in sovereign intelligence from space, is seeking a Satellite Production Senior Technician, Electronics in Valencia, Spain. You will independently perform advanced electronic assembly, integration, and testing of power, command, and data handling subsystems, while leading frontline troubleshooting and coaching junior technicians to uphold ICEYE’s flight-readiness standards.

You will document results in Jira/MES, review work instructions for accuracy, and drive improvements

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of electronic assembly and test experience in high-reliability environments.
• Experience reading technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Proven ability to lead troubleshooting and mentor junior staff.
• Proficient English communication for cross-functional work.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced electronic assembly and integration including subsystem integration and testing.
• Lead troubleshooting of build and process issues with cross-functional teams.
• Operate lab equipment to support testing operations.
• Document work in Jira or MES and issue NCRs when required.
• Review instructions and improve safety, reliability and tooling.
• Coach junior technicians and promote best practices.
• Maintain clean, audit-ready work environment compliant with standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Reading schematics

Team leadership

Technical documentation

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or related

Tools

Power supplies

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Role highlights

• Title: Satellite Production Senior Technician, Electronics

• Department: Global Manufacturing Organisation

• Reports to: Head of MAITE Spain

• Location: Valencia, Spain

• Type of Contract: Permanent

• Working model: On-site

• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why this role matters:

As a Senior Production Technician, Electronics, you serve as a technical anchor within ICEYE's Satellite Production Team in Valencia. You will independently execute complex electronic assembly, integration, and testing activities for power, command, and data handling subsystems, leading frontline troubleshooting, ensuring process stability, and elevating team capability by coaching junior technicians. You are responsible for the technical quality of every electronic assembly you touch, ensuring it meets ICEYE's stringent standards for flight readiness.

Who We Are

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.

ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.

ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.

Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Perform advanced electronic assembly and integration activities including subsystem integration (power, command, data handling), critical soldering and bonding operations, and complex test setups

• Lead troubleshooting of build and process issues, collaborating with Specialists, AIT Engineering, and Quality to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for electronic subsystems

• Operate mechanical and electrical ground support equipment (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes) to support smooth test operations

• Maintain precise, real-time documentation of all work performed, recording results in Jira or MES and raising NCRs or redlines where required

• Review work instructions, travelers, and checklists for accuracy, providing actionable feedback for revision and initiating improvement projects in safety, reliability, and tooling

• Act as a coach and role model for junior and standard technicians, providing on-the-job training and transferring best practices across the team

• Maintain a clean, organised, and audit-ready work environment compliant with ESD, safety, and cleanliness standards

What we’re looking for

Must haves:

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience in a high-reliability environment

• 3+ years of practical experience in electronic assembly and test including soldering, harness routing, and PCB handling, preferably in aerospace or a similar high-reliability sector

• Experience using lab equipment including power supplies, multimeters, and oscilloscopes

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams

• Proven ability to lead troubleshooting efforts and mentor junior staff effectively

• Proficient English (written and spoken) for cross-functional collaboration

Nice to haves:

• Experience with satellite avionics, power subsystems, and flight-critical command handling

• Advanced IPC certifications (IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum)

• Experience with Atlassian Cloud tools (Jira, Confluence)

• Aerospace or space industry background

• Lean and Six Sigma experience

Application Process

• Talent Acquisition Interview

• Hiring Manager General Interview

• Technical Interview, including a Technical Challenge

• Final Interview

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

• Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.

• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.

• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.

• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.

• Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.