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Senior Systems Engineer - Verification & Validation (Defense)

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 1 month ago

Indra

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

✅ University degree in Engineering: Telecommunications, Aerospace, Industrial, Computer Science, or other related fields.
✅ More than 5 years of experience in Systems Engineering, Integration, and/or Verification and Validation.
✅ Hands-on experience with the V-Model applied to the development of complex systems.
✅ Solid knowledge of Systems Engineering following INCOSE practices.
✅ Experience in:

  • Requirements management and traceability.
  • Analysis of consistency between requirements and tests.
  • Execution and design of advanced functional tests.
  • Preparation and management of technical documentation.
  • ✅ Advanced proficiency with DOORS.

Nice to have

  • ✅ Desirable technical knowledge of radar sensors and communications systems.
  • ✅ Experience in international projects.
  • ✅ Advanced English, both spoken and written.

Education & certifications

Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of the requirements.
We want to learn about your experience and what you can bring 🚀

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💼 What we offer

  • Stability and Future 🏢✨: You will participate in long-term projects at a leading Defense company, with over 50,000 professionals and solid financial stability.
  • Innovative and High-Impact Projects 🚀: You will work on cybersecurity solutions applied to critical Defense and Air Dominance systems, with national and international impact.
  • Close and Transparent Environment 🤝: You will collaborate with highly skilled technical teams in an environment that fosters collaboration, direct communication, and mutual support.
  • Autonomy and Flexibility ⏳: Hybrid work model, with approximately 40% on-site presence in Alcobendas, making it easier to balance work and personal life.
  • A Career Plan Tailored to You 📈: We will define a professional development plan together so you can keep growing in the field of cybersecurity and defense systems engineering.
  • Continuous Training 📚: Access to Open University and Udemy for Business, with more than 6,000 courses to specialize and stay current on technologies and security.
  • Exclusive Discounts for Your Well-Being 🎁: Benefits on gyms, dining, leisure, shopping, and many other services as part of being at Indra.
  • Competitive Compensation 💰 and flexible compensation plans 💸📊 tailored to your needs.

The role

At Indra, we protect what matters most.

We lead the development of advanced technological solutions that strengthen national and international security. From our Air Defense units, we take part in the design, development, and validation of complex and critical systems, working with cutting-edge technologies in an international and strategically high-impact environment.

💻 Join our Systems Engineering team in Air Defense!

We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join projects involving complex Air Defense systems, participating in requirements engineering, integration, verification, and validation activities, following Systems Engineering methodologies based on INCOSE and the V-Model.

What you'll do

💡 What will you do?

In your day-to-day role, you will be responsible for:

  • Participate in Systems Engineering activities throughout the entire system life cycle, from definition to validation.
  • Perform analysis, definition, and specification of complex systems within the Air Defense domain.
  • Manage and analyze system requirements, ensuring their coherence, consistency, and traceability.
  • Actively participate in integration, verification, and validation (V&V) processes.
  • Define and prepare test documentation across the different development phases (PDR, CDR, TRR, FDR).
  • Analyze requirement compliance against test results.
  • Work with requirements capture and management tools, especially DOORS.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary and international teams, coordinating with other technical areas.
  • Stay up to date on technological trends and advances in the Defense sector.

🎯 What are we looking for?

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Profile review

  2. First contact

    With recruitment team · Phone call · 5–10 min

    A short call to get to know you and answer your questions.

  3. Technical interview

    With the team

    A meeting with the team, who explain the project and day-to-day tasks and explore your technical knowledge; it may include short aptitude and English tests.

  4. Offer and welcome

  • The technical interview may include short psychological aptitude and English tests if needed.
  • The first call may come from an unknown number.

Hiring process

  • Profile review 🔍
  • First contact (5-10 min) 📞
  • Interview with Talent Acquisition 🤝
  • Technical interview with the team 🤝
  • Offer and welcome 🎉
  • Approximate 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

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.

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Additional information

Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, fostering the professional development of staff and ensuring equal opportunities in their selection, training, and promotion, offering a work environment free of any discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

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