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Indra is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Madrid.
Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. We encourage you to apply, learn more about our opportunity, and show us what you can bring to the team.
• Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field, with a focus on trajectory optimization or celestial mechanics.
• More than 2 years of experience in mission analysis, preferably in interplanetary missions.
• Strong knowledge of celestial mechanics and astrodynamics.
• Experience in trajectory optimization theory and techniques, including low-thrust orbit raising trajectory optimization.
• Knowledge of mission analysis covariance, navigation analysis, and estimation theory techniques.
• Advanced programming skills in Python and Matlab, as well as experience with orbital analysis software and ESA MIDAS GODOT-based tools.
• Innovative, high-impact projects: Work with cutting-edge technologies on projects with both national and international impact.
• A career plan tailored to you: Designed to support your professional growth and development.
• Autonomy and flexibility: Freedom to organize your work, with a healthy work-life balance adapted to your needs.
• Stability and long-term opportunities: Join a leading company with more than 60,000 professionals and strong financial stability.
• Annual vacation days plus additional personal leave days.
• Open and transparent work environment: Enjoy direct communication with managers and colleagues in a collaborative setting.
• Continuous learning: Access training through Open University and Udemy for Business (more than 6,000 courses available).
• Employee discounts and benefits: Enjoy special offers on gyms, restaurants, retail stores, leisure activities, and much more.
At Indra Group, we develop space technology for the missions of the future.
We drive satellite, Earth observation, communications, and space defense programs, participating in projects that push the boundaries of technological innovation and knowledge.
💻 Join our team working on national and international projects!
We are looking for a Mission Analysis Engineer with experience in mission analysis, astrodynamics, trajectory optimization, and navigation analysis for space missions to join projects focused on interplanetary, lunar, GNSS, and advanced orbital mission design activities.
💡 What will you do?
• Perform mission analysis activities for interplanetary, lunar, GNSS, and other space missions.
• Develop and optimize spacecraft trajectories, including low-thrust orbit raising strategies.
• Conduct celestial mechanics, covariance, navigation, and estimation analyses.
• Support mission design activities using ESA mission analysis tools and software.
• Develop and maintain analysis tools and models using Python and Matlab.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in national and international space projects.
Profile review
First contact
With recruitment team · Phone call · 5–10 min
A short call to get to know you and answer your questions.
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.
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🕓 What does our recruitment process look like?
• Profile review: We assess your experience and skills to determine your fit for the role.
• Initial phone conversation (5-10 minutes): If you receive a call from an unknown number, it may be us! A brief conversation to get to know you and answer any questions.
• Talent Acquisition interview: An opportunity for you to get to know us better-our values, career model, skills framework, and culture-while we explore whether there's a mutual fit.
• Technical interview: Meet the team, learn more about the project and day-to-day responsibilities, and discuss your technical expertise. Short assessments in English and competencies may also be conducted if required.
• Offer and onboarding: If everything goes well, you'll join our team and begin this exciting new chapter with us!
Estimated hiring process duration: 2-3 weeks.
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.
As a company, we view equality as a cross-cutting principle and a driver of social change. We are committed to equal treatment and opportunities for all, non-discrimination, pay equity, and work-life balance.
This commitment is reflected in fostering respectful and inclusive workplaces where everyone is treated with dignity, can grow professionally, and has equal opportunities in recruitment, training, and career progression, free from 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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