Satellite Systems Senior Technician
This role involves verifying integrated SAR satellites through power-on, software loading, and automated test campaigns.
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Vocational qualification or degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience in a high-reliability environment
1-2 years of practical experience in cable and harness assembly, electromechanical assembly, or electronic assembly and test
Excellent manual dexterity and comfort working with small components, fine wires, and connectors
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wire tables, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Strong attention to detail and a proven ability to follow strict technical procedures and documentation requirements
Proficient English (written and spoken) for cross-functional collaboration
IPC certifications, particularly IPC/WHMA-A-620 or IPC J-STD-001 (Space Addendum)
Experience with coaxial, shielded, or high-speed cable assemblies
Broader electronics assembly experience such as PCB handling, conformal coating, or rework
Previous work in a cleanroom or under formal ESD controls
Familiarity with aerospace standards (ECSS, IPC) and configuration control
Experience with Atlassian Cloud tools (Jira, Confluence)
Spanish language skills for day-to-day collaboration on the production floor
Aerospace or space industry background
Lean and Six Sigma experience
We hire for care and trainability as much as for years on a CV. If you have steady hands, good judgement, and a real interest in how spacecraft get built, we would like to hear from you even if your background is not a direct match.
Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.
As a Production Technician, Harness, you build the electrical backbone of ICEYE's satellites. Every subsystem on the spacecraft, from power to command and data handling, depends on harnesses being manufactured, routed, and verified correctly. You will execute assigned harness manufacturing, installation, and verification tasks with high precision, following established procedures and work instructions. Working under the guidance of Senior Technicians and Production Line Owners, you are responsible for the quality of your individual work and for making sure every harness leaving Valencia is ready to fly.
ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.
ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.
ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.
Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
Manufacture satellite wiring harnesses and cable assemblies from wire tables and drawings, including cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, shielding, lacing, and protective coverings
Install, route, and secure harnesses onto satellite assemblies alongside the integration team, respecting bend radii, strain relief, and routing standards
Verify your work through continuity, insulation resistance, pin retention, and visual inspection against defined acceptance criteria
Build to IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards, with training and certification provided
Strictly follow work instructions, travelers, and checklists, completing all documentation accurately and in real time
Identify and report build or process deviations immediately, raising NCRs and supporting root cause analysis with accurate technical observations
Kit, label, and identify parts correctly, maintaining full traceability throughout the build
Carry out general electronics lab tasks as needed
Maintain a clean, organised, and audit-ready work environment compliant with ESD, safety, and cleanliness standards
Title: Satellite Production Technician, Harness
Department: Space Systems
Location: Valencia, Spain
Reports to: Engineering Manager, Space Systems
Type of Contract: Permanent
Working model: On-site
Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.
Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the "why" behind decisions.
See the big picture: Stay close to what's happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
Have fun: What we do matters, and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.
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With Talent Attraction Team · Video call
First video call about your experience, motivation and expectations, plus an intro to ICEYE and the role.
Meet the hiring manager
With a hiring manager
Deep dive into the impact of your past work, how you solve problems and how you would contribute.
Show us how you think
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Depending on the role, a technical assignment or case study.
Meet the team
With future teammates
Conversation with future teammates about ways of working, communication and ICEYE values.
Leadership conversation
With leadership
Final interview on strategic alignment, long-term impact and growth at ICEYE.
Decision and offer
Application Process:
Talent Acquisition Interview
Hiring Manager General Interview
Technical Interview, including a Technical Challenge
Final Interview
ICEYE is a Finnish space technology company that operates a constellation of synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) satellites, providing Earth observation data and analytics to commercial and government customers worldwide. The company is a pioneer in microsatellite technology, with a focus on persistent monitoring and rapid revisit capabilities, and has grown into a globally recognized player in the satellite data industry.
ICEYE has a significant presence in Spain, with an office in Madrid that supports its European operations, including engineering, production, and business development roles. The company's work culture is international and English-first, making it an attractive destination for international professionals in aerospace, RF engineering, and satellite production. They offer a dynamic environment where engineers work on cutting-edge space technology, from satellite manufacturing to data analytics, with a strong emphasis on innovation and hands-on technical work.
At ICEYE, you'll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.
We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.
We're committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us, we'll do our best to help.
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