Subsystem Engineer – Data Systems, Operations & Advanced Networking Testbeds

GMV Spain; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Relocation package

Wellbeing program

Job summary

GMV Spain is seeking a Subsystem Engineer – Data Systems, Operations & Advanced Networking Testbeds to design, operate, and improve mission-critical data systems for space communications. You will work at the intersection of high-reliability operations, low-latency networking, and experimental R&D, contributing to both current operations and future architectures.

The role requires hands-on experience with Linux (SLES preferred), C/C++, Java, and scripting (Bash, Python), plus a solid

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Linux environments (preferably SLES) and experience with high availability services.
• Solid programming skills in C/C++ and Java, complemented by scripting experience in Bash and Python.
• Good understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, routing, and WAN/MPLS technologies.
• Experience with hardware/software interfaces and system-level debugging in complex technical environments.
• Hands-on troubleshooting mindset with the ability to analyze and resolve issues across software, OS, network, and platform layers.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the DaSS subsystem in a 24/7 mission-critical environment, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance with customer and mission requirements.
• Design, implement, and operate SatCom networking testbeds to support validation, experimentation, and performance analysis of emerging space communication technologies.
• Analyze system behavior, diagnose complex issues, perform root cause analyses, and support configuration changes, migrations, and operational readiness activities.
• Develop automation tools and scripts (e.g., Bash, Python, Java, C/C++) to support operations, testing, monitoring, and system performance analysis.
• Contribute to engineering activities, technical documentation, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with internal teams, contractors, and external partners to continuously improve mission-critical systems.

Skills

Linux environments

C/C++ programming

Java programming

Bash

Python

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SLES Linux

High availability services

Hardware interfaces

System-level debugging

CCSDS/SatCom standards

Job description

Subsystem Engineer – Data Systems, Operations & Advanced Networking Testbeds

If you dream about spending the day on the Moon, but you are one of those who get sick on bendy drives... Your place is here!

Jointhe team responsible for the design, evolution, and operation of mission‑critical data systems supporting human spaceflight at the Columbus Control Center.

We’ll get to the point; we’ll tell you what's not on the web. If you want to know more about us go to GMV website.

WHAT CHALLENGE WILL YOU BE TAKING ON?

In this role, you will work at the intersection of high‑reliability operations, low‑latency networking, and experimental R&D, contributing both to today’s operational excellence and to tomorrow’s space communication architectures.

Your main tasks will include:

• Operate and maintain the DaSS subsystem in a 24/7 mission‑critical environment, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance with customer and mission requirements.
• Design, implement, and operate SatCom networking testbeds to support validation, experimentation, and performance analysis of emerging space communication technologies.
• Analyze system behavior, diagnose complex issues, perform root cause analyses, and support configuration changes, migrations, and operational readiness activities.
• Develop automation tools and scripts (e.g., Bash, Python, Java, C/C++) to support operations, testing, monitoring, and system performance analysis.
• Contribute to engineering activities, technical documentation, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with internal teams, contractors, and external partners to continuously improve mission‑critical systems.

WHAT DO WE NEED IN OUR TEAM?

We are looking for graduates in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with background and interest in system engineering, networking, embedded or ground systems.

This is what we are looking for in detail:

• Strong expertise in Linux environments (preferably SLES) and experience with high availability services.
• Solid programming skills in C/C++ and Java, complemented by scripting experience in Bash and Python.
• Good understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, routing, and WAN/MPLS technologies.
• Experience with hardware/software interfaces and system‑level debugging in complex technical environments.
• A hands‑on troubleshooting mindset with the ability to analyze and resolve issues across software, operating system, network, and platform layers.

We will also value previous experience, and knowledge in:

• CCSDS and SatCom standards, protocols, and specifications, including CCSDS O3K, ESTOL, DTN, Space Packet, and CADU.
• Experience with performance‑critical or low‑latency systems, testbeds, and protocol benchmarking.
• Exposure to SatCom operations, experimental networking, or research‑driven technology prototyping.
• Interest in connecting operational systems with R&D activities and future‑oriented technology validation.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

Hybrid working model and 8 weeks per year of teleworking outside your usual geographical area.

Flexible start and finish times, and intensive working hours Fridays and in summer.

Personalized career plan development, training and language learning support.

National and international mobility. Do you come from another country? We can offer you a relocation package.

Competitive compensation with ongoing reviews, flexible compensation and discount on brands.

Wellbeing program: Health, dental and accident insurance; free fruit and coffee, physical, mental and financial health training, and much more!

In our recruitment processes you will always have telephone and personal contact, face‑to‑face or online, with our talent acquisition team. In addition, bank transfers and bank cards will never be requested. If you are contacted through any other process, please write to our team at [e-mail]

We promote equal opportunities in recruitment, and we are committed to inclusion and diversity.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? JOIN US

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Konstantin Uhl, in charge of this vacancy.