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Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 6 Nov)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Master's degree





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The role
We are looking for a Configuration and Documentation Management Engineer for IRIS² on behalf of and in support to our client for their location in Arganda del Rey (Madrid), Spain or Noordwijk, The Netherlands.
What you'll do
The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:
Tasks and Responsibilities
Define, implement and maintain Configuration and Documentation Management processes in accordance with project, customer and applicable standards requirements;
Control baselines, configuration items and technical documentation, ensuring full traceability throughout the project lifecycle;
Manage the configuration control of the project's Ground Segment infrastructures and ensure conformity with applicable requirements and programme baselines;
Coordinate configuration change-management activities, including the review, evaluation, approval and implementation of change requests and deviations;
Support configuration audits and reviews, ensuring consistency between requirements, design, documentation and delivered products;
Manage project data and documentation repositories, ensuring document integrity, version control, accessibility and compliance with contractual requirements;
Coordinate Configuration and Data Management interfaces with internal and external stakeholders, including institutional customers, partners and subcontractors;
Produce and maintain the associated Configuration and Data Management documentation, records and contractual deliverables;
Establish, implement and continuously improve the Configuration and Data Management processes deployed in the project.
Requirements
Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.
Master's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field;
At least 5 years of relevant experience;
Hands-on experience in Configuration Management and Data Management tasks within complex engineering projects;
Practical knowledge of baselines, configuration items, change control, configuration status accounting and document control;
Experience managing technical documentation and contractual data deliverables from multiple teams or subcontractors;
Knowledge and experience with configuration-management, document-management and controlled-repository tools;
Knowledge, through training or experience, of applicable frameworks and standards, including ECSS and ISO;
Experience supporting configuration audits and formal reviews;
Experience working with classified information is considered an asset;
Possession of or willingness to obtain EU Secret clearance;
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU;
Fluency in English, both written and spoken;
Knowledge of any other European language is considered an asset.
Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.
About ATG Europe
ATG Europe is an engineering and technical services company supporting the European space industry, with particular expertise in human spaceflight, spacecraft systems, and ground segment infrastructure. The company provides expert personnel and engineering services to agencies such as ESA and commercial space clients, covering fields from mechanical and electrical engineering to documentation and quality assurance. With its headquarters in Noordwijk, Netherlands, ATG Europe is a recognized player in the space engineering sector, contributing to major European space programs including the IRIS² satellite constellation initiative.
ATG Europe has a growing presence in Spain, where it is seeking engineers and support staff for significant aerospace projects such as IRIS², and maintains a network of professionals across Madrid and Torrejón. The company operates internationally and often supports the delivery of engineering services across multiple European countries, with an environment that values technical rigor and collaboration. For international professionals, ATG Europe offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge European space programs with a diverse, multi-national team, particularly in a sector that appreciates accredited technical backgrounds and experience with complex engineering and documentation standards.
- Industry
- space
- Founded
- 1988
- Employees
- 250–1,000
- Headquarters
- Noordwijk, Netherlands
- In Spain
- Madrid
Good to know if you are moving
- ATG Europe frequently hires international talent and a significant number of team members come from different nationalities, but fluent English as a working language is usually sufficient for collaboration.
- Working at ATG Europe often involves close partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA) and European aerospace companies, giving engineers exposure to some of the most advanced space programs in the region.
- Spain-based roles are concentrated around Madrid and are linked to major projects like the IRIS² satellite constellation, which is a large European infrastructure initiative.
- The company offers a relatively boutique engineering culture compared to large space primes, with opportunities for engineers to have a direct and deep technical role across a project lifecycle.
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About the company & team
Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage).
Additional information
At ATG Science & Engineering S.L., we are firmly committed to equal opportunities and respect for diversity. The Equality Plan and active policies promote to foster an inclusive environment, free from discrimination. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (+33% certificado de discapacidad), or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.
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