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Configuration and Documentation Management Engineer - IRIS2

On-site in Arganda del Rey·Added 1 month ago (last checked 26 Oct)

Hispasat

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Work mode: On-site, Arganda del Rey
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: Master's degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum requirements

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.
Nationality of an EU Member State and willingness to undergo an EU Secret clearance process.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken; any other European language is considered an asset.

Nice to have

Experience working with classified information is considered an asset.

The role

Hispasat, as part of the SpaceRISE consortium, is responsible for the technical implementation and ensuring the success of the IRIS² project, leveraging its extensive experience in satellite communications. This collaboration is essential to provide secure and reliable high-performance communication solutions to the European Union and its member states.

To be part of this project, we are looking for a Configuration and Documentation Management Engineer. The responsibilities of the position are as follows:

What you'll do

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.

How you'll work

Location

Arganda del Rey, Madrid, Spain.

About Hispasat

Hispasat is a Spanish satellite communications operator headquartered in Madrid, providing satellite connectivity solutions across Europe, the Americas, and North Africa. The company operates a fleet of geostationary satellites and is a key player in the distribution of Spanish and Portuguese-language television content, as well as broadband and mobility services. With a strong focus on innovation, Hispasat is actively involved in the European Space Agency's IRIS2 program, a major initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation for the EU, which is driving significant engineering and technical hiring.

Hispasat's Spain presence is centered in Madrid, where most of its engineering, operations, and corporate roles are based. The company offers a professional environment that combines the stability of a well-established operator with the excitement of new space projects like IRIS2. For international professionals, Hispasat provides opportunities to work on advanced satellite systems, ground segments, and 5G networks, with a multicultural team and a commitment to innovation. The company's involvement in European space initiatives makes it an attractive employer for those looking to contribute to large-scale, cross-border projects.

Industry: Satellite Communications
Founded: 1989
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

Hispasat is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and most roles are based there, offering a central location in the Spanish capital.
The company is a key player in the European IRIS2 program, a major EU initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation, providing opportunities to work on large-scale, international projects.
Hispasat operates in a bilingual environment (Spanish and English), making it accessible for international professionals, though Spanish language skills are often beneficial.
The company offers a range of technical roles, from engineering to operations, with a focus on satellite communications, ground segments, and 5G networks.
As a state-owned company since 2023, Hispasat offers a stable work environment with a strategic role in Spain's and Europe's space ambitions.

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Additional information

At Hispasat we promote equal opportunities and an inclusive environment. All our selection processes are based on objective criteria, without distinction of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or other personal or social conditions. We value diversity as a driver of innovation and growth.

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