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86,000+ live jobsSystems Engineer - Architecture, Requirements and Validation (Defense)
On-site in Madrid·Added 11 days ago
Still open when we checked on 28 Sept
Overview
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Indra doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 4+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Grado en Ingeniería de Telecomunicaciones, Electrónica, Industrial, Aeroespacial o similar.” — per the ad.
Benefits
Flexible pay plan
Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.
Skills
This job was automatically translated to English.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering or similar.
- At least 4 years of experience in Systems Engineering within technological or defense projects.
- Experience in:
- Systems architecture.
- Requirements management and analysis.
- Requirements traceability and consistency.
- Definition of system tests.
- Execution of functional tests.
- Preparation of technical development documentation (PDR, CDR, TRR and FDR).
- Advanced proficiency in IBM DOORS for requirements management.
- Experience with project management tools.
- High level of English (oral and written).
- Availability to travel.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Stability and Future 🏢✨: Long-term projects at a leading Defense company with more than 60,000 professionals, with financial security.
- Innovative and High-Impact Projects 🚀: You will work with cutting-edge technologies, with an impact both nationally and internationally.
- Close and Transparent Environment 🤝: You will enjoy direct and fluid communication with managers and colleagues, in a collaborative and open environment.
- Autonomy and Flexibility ⏳: You will have the freedom to organize your work, with a real work-life balance adapted to your pace.
- Career Plan Tailored to You 📈: Designed to boost your professional growth and development.
- Continuous Training 📚: through Open University and Udemy for Business (more than 6,000 courses for you to specialize!).
- Exclusive Discounts for Your Well-being 🎁: Enjoy advantages at gyms, restaurants, stores, leisure, and much more as an Indra employee.
- Competitive compensation 💰 and flexible benefit plans 💸📊 tailored to your needs.
The role
We are looking for a Systems Engineer with experience in defense sector projects, who will participate in the analysis, definition, management and validation of complex systems, ensuring correct traceability between requirements, architecture and testing throughout the entire development lifecycle.
The candidate will join multidisciplinary teams and collaborate on international projects related to defense and communications systems.
What you'll do
- Define, analyze and manage system requirements.
- Ensure traceability between requirements, architecture and verification and validation activities.
- Develop test specifications for systems and products.
- Prepare technical documentation associated with the different development phases (PDR, CDR, TRR and FDR).
- Plan and execute functional system tests.
- Analyze consistency between defined requirements and results obtained during testing.
- Participate in defining system and solution architecture.
- Collaborate with international engineering teams throughout the entire development lifecycle.
- Stay up to date with new technologies and trends in the defense sector.
Hiring process
🕓 What is our selection process like?
Profile Review 🔍: We evaluate your experience and skills to determine if you fit what we are looking for.
- First Contact (5-10 min) 📞: If you receive a call from an unknown number, it's our team! It will be a quick conversation to get to know you and answer any questions.
- Technical Interview 🤝: You will meet with the team, who will explain the project and daily tasks. We will also explore your technical knowledge. Additionally, we will conduct brief tests on psychological competencies and English (if necessary).
- Interview with the Talent Acquisition Team 🤝: We want you to get to know us better as a company: our values, career model, skills... so that both you and the team can assess if there is a match.
- Offer and Welcome 🎉: If everything goes well, you will join our team and start this new stage together!
Estimated Process Duration: 2 weeks.
About Indra
Indra is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and a leader in IT and defense systems. It provides advanced solutions in air traffic management, defense electronics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for clients worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Indra operates in more than 140 countries, making it one of Europe's largest defense and technology firms.
In Spain, Indra has a strong presence with major offices in Madrid, Alcobendas, and other cities, and it is a key player in the national defense and aerospace sectors. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and cybersecurity to project management and software development. Indra's work culture emphasizes innovation and technical excellence, and it actively recruits international talent, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in defense, space, and digital transformation.
- Industry
- IT and Defense
- Founded
- 1993
- Employees
- 50,000+
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Alcobendas
- Website
- indracompany.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Indra is a major defense contractor, offering opportunities to work on advanced defense systems like SCAPA and NGWS.
- The company has a strong focus on innovation, with significant investment in R&D and technology development.
- Indra provides hybrid and remote work options for many roles, offering flexibility for international hires.
- With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, Indra offers a chance to live in Spain's two largest cities.
- Indra is a global leader in air traffic management, with its systems used in over 100 countries.
In their own words
Additional information
Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, fostering the professional development of our staff and ensuring equal opportunities in their selection, training, and promotion, offering a work environment free from any discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.
¡INDRA is a Top Employer 2026 company! Join a company certified as one of the best employers in Spain, thanks to our comprehensive HR management and the conditions we offer our professionals.
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