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Senior Systems & Communications Engineer

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 23 days ago

Indra

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Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Indra doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

  • University degree

    “Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or a related field.” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • 🌍 Work Your Way: Flexible hours so you can balance life and work effortlessly.
  • 🤝 Open Culture: Direct communication and a friendly environment where your voice matters.
  • 🚀 Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact.
  • 💡 People First: A collaborative team that supports and celebrates your success.
  • 📈 Career Acceleration: Continuous feedback and annual reviews to help you grow.
  • 🔒 Stability You Can Trust: Long-term projects in a leading company with a future vision.
  • 🌐 Global Reach: Your work will influence major international initiatives.
  • ✈️ Mobility Opportunities: Explore projects across Spain and beyond.
  • 🎓 Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses.

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Requirements

Education & certifications

  • Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or a related field.

Languages

  • English C1.

The role

What you'll do

As a Senior Systems & Communications Engineer, you will be responsible for the definition, design, integration, verification, and validation of complex space and ground‑based systems. Your work will be critical to ensuring performance, reliability, continuity, and operational excellence across a wide range of space‑related infrastructures.

  • Engineering and design of communication equipment and systems.
  • Development of systems engineering activities: requirements, architecture, interfaces, and traceability.
  • Integration, verification, and validation of complex systems in lab and operational environments.
  • Engineering of DataCenter infrastructures: electrical systems, cooling, redundancy, and continuity.
  • Design, analysis, and testing of RF circuits and subsystems.
  • Preparation of system and product test documentation (plans, procedures, reports).
  • Participation in Expert Control Stations and Satellite Control Systems engineering.
  • Work on SATCOM systems, ground segment subsystems, and mission‑critical communication nodes.
  • Requirements management using DOORS (Advanced level).
  • Technical coordination with multidisciplinary internal and external teams.

Job description

Senior Systems & Communications Engineer - Space - Torrejón - Hybrid

🛰️ Indra Space - Leading the Next Generation of Space Systems 🌌

At Indra Space, we are on a mission to redefine the European space industry by delivering high-performance small satellite solutions for LEO missions. Our ambition? To become a leading company in end-to-end satellite systems, driving innovation in:

  • 🚀 Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT)
  • 🚀 Secure Communications
  • 🚀 Earth Observation & ISR
  • 🚀 Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM)
  • 🚀 Science & space exploration

As the Space Business Unit of Indra Group, we combine cutting-edge technology with a full value chain approach-from satellite design and integration to ground segment and operations. With the integration of Deimos and strategic participation in Hispasat and Hisdesat, we are scaling Europe's space autonomy and contributing to flagship programs like IRIS², Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant engineering roles (systems, communications, integration, testing, RF, ground segment, or DataCenter engineering).

Technical Skills

  • Communications equipment and systems engineering.
  • Systems integration and testing.
  • Systems engineering methodologies.
  • DataCenter infrastructures (power, cooling, continuity).
  • RF circuits and tests.
  • Control systems for satellite operations.
  • SATCOM systems.
  • Documentation for system/product testing (plans, procedures, reports).
  • DOORS - advanced level.

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
  • Structured, organized, and autonomous work style.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
  • Results‑oriented and proactive.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Revisión de tu perfil

  2. Primera toma de contacto

    With an equipo de selección · Phone call · 5–10 min

    Breve llamada para conocerte y resolver dudas.

  3. Entrevista técnica

    With an el equipo

    Reunión con el equipo, que explica el proyecto y las tareas diarias y explora tus conocimientos técnicos; puede incluir breves pruebas de competencias e inglés.

  4. Oferta y bienvenida

  • La entrevista técnica puede incluir breves pruebas de competencias psicológicas e inglés si es necesario.
  • La primera llamada puede llegar desde un número desconocido.

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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