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On-site in Las Rozas·Full-time·Added today (last checked 29 Oct)
FOSSA Systems
9 open roles
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Las Rozas
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
- Education
- University degree
Visa options
The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship
Not a refusal, but not a yes. Worth asking in your first message.
Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or similar, and able to sign an internship agreement with your university
- Programming skills in at least one science-oriented language (C, Python, Matlab, Julia)
- Good foundations in applied mathematics and numerical methods
- Good knowledge of Astrodynamics / Space Mechanics
- Ability to write clear technical documentation
- Good level of English (professional working proficiency)
Nice to have
- Coursework or projects in Control Theory (e.g. Kalman filters)
- Academic projects in mission design, trajectory optimization or space navigation
- Participation in a rocketry team, CubeSat project, engineering club or similar
- Contributions to open-source space-oriented software
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- A real-world internship in a pioneering company transforming the satellite IoT connectivity landscape
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge space technology in a fast-paced, innovative environment
- Mentorship from experienced aerospace engineers and real responsibility from day one
- Flexible schedule compatible with your studies and a strong focus on work-life balance
FOSSA is a fast growing, revolutionary and dynamic company that works every day to find the latest technology on the market and make wonderful and functional things with it.
We trust each and every one of our employees and give them the space to contribute ideas, to grow, to investigate, to try and learn from their mistakes.
The role
We are looking for a motivated student to join our Aerospace department as an intern. You will support the day-to-day design and flight dynamics operations of the FOSSA satellite fleet, working alongside experienced engineers.
We are searching for curious, proactive people who enjoy learning in dynamic, young and agile teams and want to get hands-on experience with both hardware and software solutions for space applications.
During your internship you will get exposure to different stages of the development cycle across our ground, space and user segments.
What you'll do
- Support the design and operation of AOCS subsystems
- Assist in the conceptual and preliminary design of FOSSA space platforms
- Take part in testing and integration activities of space subsystems
- Contribute to the development of Flight Dynamics tools and products
- Help develop and test flight and ground aerospace software
How you'll work
Location: Las Rozas, Madrid
About FOSSA Systems
FOSSA Systems is a Spanish space engineering and telecommunications company that designs, builds, and operates small satellites to provide global IoT connectivity. With a team of over 50 professionals and more than 25 satellites already launched, the company offers end-to-end solutions including satellite infrastructure, ground stations, and IoT gateways. It serves industries such as energy, utilities, logistics, smart farming, and national security, operating on a pay-per-message SaaS model. Headquartered in Madrid, FOSSA is deploying an 80-satellite constellation to expand its coverage and drive mass adoption of satellite-enabled IoT.
- Industry
- Space Technology
- Employees
- 51–100
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Las Rozas de Madrid, Madrid
Good to know if you are moving
- Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with a dedicated R&D center in Lisbon, Portugal, and an office in Tokyo, Japan.
- Offers hybrid (on-site and remote) work arrangements for many roles, including engineering and marketing positions.
- Actively hiring for roles such as Embedded Software Engineer, IoT Systems Engineer, and Lead Satellite Operations Engineer in Spain.
- Backed by the Spanish government and European Union funds, indicating stable growth and public support.
- International presence with subsidiaries and strategic agreements in Japan, offering opportunities for global mobility.
In their own words
About the company & team
FOSSA Systems is a leading space engineering and telecommunications company with +50 employees, specializing in developing and deploying IoT satellite solutions for remote asset management. Leveraging advanced miniaturization and mass production techniques, FOSSA has launched over 25 satellites and is actively deploying a groundbreaking satellite constellation to deliver cost-effective, cutting-edge connectivity solutions.
With headquarters in Madrid and an R&D center in Lisbon, FOSSA Systems is at the forefront of innovation in satellite manufacturing, operations, and IoT connectivity.
Additional information
We are a company that believes in equal opportunities, all applications will be considered and no discrimination for any reason will be tolerated.
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