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Hisdesat is a Spanish company that operates government satellite services, primarily for defense, security, intelligence, and foreign affairs.
- Locations
- Madrid only
- Work style
- Mostly hybrid (5 of 8)
- Level
- Mid-Level for 7 of 8
- Locations
- Madrid only
- Work style
- Mostly hybrid (5 of 8)
- Level
- Mid-Level for 7 of 8
Ground Segment Radio Frequency Manager
Data Engineer – Earth Observation Applications with AI
Satellite and Ground Systems Engineer
Satellite Mission Expert – Optical Observation Systems
Project Engineer
About the company
Hisdesat is a Spanish company that operates government satellite services, primarily for defense, security, intelligence, and foreign affairs. It provides secure satellite communications in X and Ka bands, as well as Earth observation (radar) and maritime traffic information (AIS) services. The company is a key player in Spain's space sector, with institutional shareholders and a focus on high-tech, dual-use technologies.
For International Professionals
- Hisdesat is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and operates primarily in the Spanish space sector.
- The company offers roles in satellite engineering, ground segment operations, and Earth observation data analysis, which may appeal to aerospace and telecom professionals.
- As a government services provider, Hisdesat may require security clearances or Spanish language proficiency for certain positions.
- The company is part of Spain's strategic space industry, with ties to public-private partnerships and advanced technology development.
Offices in Spain
Company History
Hisdesat Servicios Estratégicos S.A. was founded in 2001 as a Spanish government satellite services operator, focusing on defense, security, intelligence, and foreign affairs. Since 2005, it has provided secure satellite communications to government agencies, and since September 2018, it has offered Earth observation services using radar technology. In January 2026, Indra Group became the majority shareholder after acquiring 89.68% of Hispasat's capital.