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Ground Segment System Engineer

On-site in Arganda del Rey·Added 1 month ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Hispasat

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Arganda del Rey
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Education: Master's degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum requirements

Master's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
3 to 5 years of relevant experience in satellite Ground Segment projects.
Experience interfacing with customers and subcontractors in complex engineering programmes.
Experience in institutional projects.
Knowledge of communication protocols and cybersecurity principles applicable to Ground Segment systems.
Knowledge of satellite communications and Ground Segment engineering.
Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies used in satellite or aerospace programmes.
Ability to maintain an end-to-end, system-level view across hardware, software, networks and operations.
Experience with requirements engineering and system modelling tools.
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.

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 Ground Segment System Engineer. The responsibilities of the position are as follows:

What you'll do

Responsibilities

Perform Ground Segment systems engineering activities with a focus on multi-orbit satellite constellations.
Analyse mission and programme needs and define, manage and flow down Ground Segment system requirements.
Develop and maintain system specifications, architecture descriptions, detailed design documentation, design justification files and Interface Control Documents.
Define and coordinate internal and external interfaces across Ground Segment subsystems, customers, users and the space segment.
Define the system verification and validation approach and support integration and test activities at Ground Segment and end-to-end levels.
Conduct technical reviews and coordinate engineering actions with subcontractors, customers and institutional stakeholders.
Support architectural trade-offs, requirements compliance analysis and technical risk management.
Support the resolution of system-level anomalies throughout integration, validation and operations.

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
Website: hispasat.com

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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