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Technical Manager - IRST

On-site in Rivas-Vaciamadrid·Added yesterday (last checked 11 Nov)

Grupo Oesia

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Work mode: On-site, Rivas-Vaciamadrid
Spanish: Native level
English: Required
Other languages: German, French
Experience: 10+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in EW/ESM/ELINT systems and/or embedded software.
Proven experience as a Technical Manager and/or Product Expert.
Knowledge of DSP or goniometry algorithms.
Familiarity with complex HW/FW/SW architectures.
Experience with official testing and certification processes in the defense sector.

Languages

Professional-level English; native Spanish; French and German are a plus.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Projects with real technological impact.
Teams where sharing knowledge is part of everyday work.
Continuous professional development tailored to each profile and individual.
An environment where engineering and people grow together.

If you are motivated by tackling new technological challenges and being part of projects that leave a lasting impact, we would be delighted to meet you.

The role

Our projects become technology that protects, connects and drives strategic sectors forward. At Grupo Oesía, we turn innovation into real impact, bringing together the talent and expertise of our people to tackle major challenges.

Now we want you to be part of them too.

We are looking for a Technical Manager - IRST with at least 10 years of experience, a qualification, and availability to join a stable project based in Madrid, working On-site.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team where you will design, develop and integrate technological solutions that become an essential part of high-value projects for our customers.

What you'll do

We are seeking a Product & Technical Manager with solid experience in C-UAS systems, capable of leading technical teams, coordinating HW/FW/SW development, and participating in the entire product lifecycle in accordance with strict defense industry standards.

Lead product evolution and serve as the system's technical expert.
Coordinate development and integration activities among HW/FW/SW modules.
Define the system's architecture, operations, and design decisions.
Prepare and review official documentation (SSS, SRS, SSDD, SDD, AT) in accordance with MIL-STD-498, PECAL 2210, and DO 178B/C standards.
Supervise an embedded software development team, managing planning, resources, costs, and milestones.
Participate in SDR, PDR, CDR, and official testing (FQTs, FAT, ISAT/OSAT).
Support the preparation of RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs by providing technical criteria.
Perform low-level software integration, including DSP and work with FPGAs.

About Grupo Oesia

Grupo Oesía is a Spanish multinational technology company dedicated to dual-use engineering, developing products and solutions for sectors such as aerospace, defense, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Founded nearly 50 years ago, it operates in 42 countries across four continents and works through five brands: Oesía Networks, Tecnobit, Cipherbit, UAV Navigation, and Inster. Their core engineering focus spans optronics, tactical and secure communications, satellite communications, simulation, avionics, and space systems.

The company's activities in Spain include a significant engineering and technology presence, with roles spanning AI software, hardware and RF engineering, cybersecurity, project management, and consulting. Their roles highlight a strong focus on defense, space, and critical systems, with explicit opportunities for international professionals, including relocation to Spain. While Spain is a key operational hub, the company's global footprint across 42 countries underscores its international scope. Culture is rooted in innovation and contributing to Spain's technological sovereignty, often making roles attractive to engineering and tech professionals looking for impact in defense and space sectors.

Industry: Defence Electronics
Employees: Unknown
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

Roles with 'Relocation to Spain' in the title suggest the company actively recruits international hires.
The group is a multinational tech company with projects in 42 countries, providing exposure to international environments.
Spain is a central hub with roles across Madrid and possibly other locations, offering a gateway to working in Spain.
Work focuses on defense, space, aerospace, cyber, and satellite communications sectors—high-specialization areas.
As a 100% privately held Spanish company, it emphasizes sovereignty and national technology development for Spain.

In their own words

About the company & team

Build your career where technology has a purpose. At Grupo Oesía, we develop dual-use digital and industrial engineering projects in strategic sectors, strengthening key capabilities for Spain and Europe through our technology centres and alongside a team of more than 3,800 professionals across Spain, Brussels, Latin America and Asia.

At Oesía Networks- Grupo Oesía, we develop technology with a clear commitment: to build a future in which innovation responds to the challenges of the planet and the people who inhabit it. This is how we understand creating a better, more efficient, secure, and sustainable world. Nearly 50 years of experience have led us to develop products and services that already benefit millions of people in healthcare, security and defense, space, telecommunications, finance, logistics, and the agri-food sector.

But what truly sets us apart are the people who make each of those projects possible.

We want you to develop your full potential. That is why we build professional environments based on equal opportunities, inclusion and the recognition of every individual's talent. We foster an environment where talent can learn, collaborate and continue growing, contributing new ideas and reaching its full potential. Because innovation thrives when different perspectives work towards a shared purpose.

If you are looking for a place to grow your career, take on new challenges and be part of impactful projects, we would love to meet you.

Engineering the Future, Together.

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