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Ground Segment Radio Frequency Manager

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 25 days ago

Hisdesat

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Overview

Job details

Permanent contract
Full-time hours.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Hisdesat doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Be near Madrid for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 7+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
Own vehicle
Per the ad.
University degree
“Grado o Licenciatura en Telecomunicaciones y/o Sistemas de Telecomunicaciones Informáticos” — per the ad.

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Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Fixed salary + variable
Social Benefits Plan Rest
Training Plan
Career plan within the company

Requirements

What we're looking for

At least 7 years of experience in is essential:

Experience in maintenance and use of satellite stations
Skill in handling Radio Frequency measurement equipment for the execution of laboratory test plans, field measurements, station calibration, and fault diagnosis
Availability to cover 24/7 On Call attention by weekly shifts
Own vehicle

Nice to have

The following will be valued positively:

Knowledge of programming for testing environments with measurement equipment to automate processes. Direct control of equipment on test benches. Signal processing through digitization or via direct measurements from spectrum analyzers
Experience in programming languages (C++, Python, Java...) for user environments (creation of command procedures, debugging, and problem diagnosis)

Other requirements

Education & certifications

Minimum education

Any of the following qualifications are required:

Degree or Licentiate in Telecommunications and/or Computer Telecommunications Systems
Master's degree is highly desirable

Minimum experience

The role

Ref. puesto GROUND SEGMENT RADIO FREQUENCY MANAGER Fecha 23/06/2025 Lugar HOYO DE MANZANARES Puesto vacante GROUND SEGMENT RADIO FREQUENCY TECHNICIAN Nivel DEGREE / LIC Descripción

What you'll do

The main functions to be developed are:

Management/supervision/maintenance of the facilities serving our satellite fleet
Generation of maintenance plans associated with our Ground Segment systems
Perform documentation relating to installation tests and verification of ground stations
Training courses for system users
Monitoring of new projects related to the Ground Segment (improvements, new capabilities)

How you'll work

Hybrid working model

Tipo de contrato PERMANENT Jornada laboral FULL TIME Horario FULL TIME Salario BASED ON MEETING REQUIREMENTS

About Hisdesat

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.

Industry: Secure Satellite Services
Founded: 2001
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid
Website: hisdesat.es

Good to know if you are moving

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.

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