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Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
At least 10 years of relevant experience in engineering, development, integration, or operations of ground segments for satellites.
Extensive experience in integral ground segment architectures, satellite ground stations, control systems, and network management.
Knowledge of radio frequency equipment for ground stations, antennas, modems, baseband processing, and terrestrial IP networks.
Experience in hardware and software development for ground segments, systems integration, verification, and acceptance testing.
Knowledge of telemetry, tracking, and command, mission operations, service monitoring, availability, and cybersecurity requirements.
Experience in complex institutional or commercial programs, requirements management tools, and technical coordination, as well as strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
Proficiency in English, both spoken and written. Knowledge of Spanish and other European languages will be valued.
Nationality of a European Union Member State and willingness to undergo the security clearance process.
CanarySat, a company belonging to ARQUIMEA, will develop and operate global connectivity and secure satellite communications solutions, including the MAGEC constellation. Its services will support governments, companies, critical infrastructures, and mobility operators.
At CanarySat, we are looking for a ground segment engineer for the MAGEC constellation, to participate in the definition, development, and integration of its ground systems, and to coordinate the technical interfaces necessary to guarantee its correct operation throughout its entire life cycle.
Support the definition, design, development, and technical supervision of the MAGEC ground segment throughout its entire life cycle.
Define and maintain the requirements, architecture, and interfaces of ground stations, gateways, satellite and mission control centers, and network management systems.
Coordinate technical interfaces with the space segment, service platforms, customers, consortium partners, and subcontractors.
Prepare technical specifications and contribute to procurement evaluations, design reviews, and supplier development monitoring.
Evaluate the performance, availability, redundancy, and operational concepts of the ground segment, including monitoring, control, and recovery procedures.
Supervise the development and integration of hardware and software, and maintain the traceability of requirements and verification evidence.
Prepare and support factory and site acceptance tests, integral validation, commissioning, and transfer to operations.
Evaluate compliance with applicable standards and security and contractual requirements; investigate anomalies, track technical risks, and report on progress against planned milestones.
Location: Madrid, with periodic presence at CanarySat facilities and availability to travel within Spain and abroad, mainly within Europe, as well as to work at supplier facilities or at campaign sites when necessary.
Availability to provide on-call support during critical testing, launch, and early operations campaigns.
The position is located at our headquarters of ARQUIMEA in Madrid, at Calle Serrano Galvache, 56.
ARQUIMEA is a Spanish deep tech company specializing in aerospace, defense, and advanced engineering. Founded in 2011, it operates across multiple sectors including space systems, UAVs, robotics, and quantum technologies, with a strong focus on research and development. The company designs and manufactures high-tech products for both civilian and military applications, positioning itself as a key player in the European aerospace industry.
With its headquarters in Madrid, ARQUIMEA has a significant presence in Spain, including offices in the Canary Islands (Tenerife), which serve as a hub for space-related activities. The company is known for fostering a multidisciplinary, innovation-driven work culture, often collaborating with universities and research centers. For international professionals, ARQUIMEA offers opportunities in cutting-edge fields like robotics, aerospace engineering, and quantum technologies, but its visibility outside Spain is still relatively niche, making it a good choice for those seeking specialized roles in a growing tech ecosystem.
ARQUIMEA is a global technology company that develops innovative solutions and products for highly demanding sectors, such as aerospace, defense and security, big science, biotechnology, and fintech.
We are looking for curious, tenacious and collaborative people, eager to take on challenges and contribute to improving the society we live in.
At ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, age, disability, or other factors protected by law. All candidates will be considered on equal terms based on their skills and experience.
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