Interplanetary Mission Analysis Engineer
An engineer will develop software tools for interplanetary mission analysis and trajectory optimization. The role offers high-impact space projects and professional growth opportunities.
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✅ Proficiency in C and C++ and experience in embedded systems.
✅ Knowledge of Rust (application or embedded environments).
✅ Experience with microcontrollers/microprocessors (ARM Cortex-M/A, RISC-V, ESP32, i.MX...).
✅ Knowledge of embedded Linux, drivers, and device tree configuration.
✅ Experience in technical leadership and architecture design.
✅ Experience with debugging tools (GDB, JTAG/SWD) and cross-compilation environments.
✅ Availability to work in a hybrid model in Alcobendas.
• Stability and Future 🏢✨: Long-term projects in a leading Defense company with more than 50,000 professionals.
• Cutting-edge technology 🚀: You will participate in strategic European programs and developments of maximum technical complexity.
• Close and collaborative environment 🤝: Direct communication with managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Autonomy and Flexibility ⏳: Hybrid work model with real work-life balance.
• Personalized career plan 📈: Professional growth within the defense units.
• Continuous training 📚: Open University + Udemy for Business (>6,000 courses).
• Exclusive benefits 🎁: Discounts on leisure, dining, sports, and more.
• Competitive remuneration 💰 and flexible compensation plans.
We are looking for a software development and architecture engineer specialized in Rust, embedded systems, and distributed computing to join strategic European projects within the framework of Combat Cloud.
• Develop software products in Rust oriented towards distributed computing and interoperability within defense environments.
• Design and implement software and hardware-software architectures in advanced embedded systems.
• Integrate and configure SoC, BSP, bootloaders (U-Boot) and associated peripherals.
• Design, develop, and debug Linux kernel drivers (I2C, SPI, USB, character devices...).
• Build and customize embedded Linux using Yocto/Buildroot, including performance and boot time optimization.
• Technically lead development teams (3-8 people), coordinating software, firmware, and hardware activities.
• Perform the full software lifecycle and collaborate on validation, traceability, and technical documentation.
Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of what we ask for. We want to meet you and discover what you can bring! 🚀
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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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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.
At Indra Group, we protect what matters most.
We lead the development of cutting-edge technological solutions that strengthen national and international security, participating in major strategic Defense programs and critical technologies in the Air & Space field.
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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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