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Engineer for USV and Collaborative Services

On-site in SF - San Fernando·Added 5 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Navantia

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, SF - San Fernando
Contract
Fixed-term contract
English
Required
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Linux
  • Python
  • C++
  • Java
  • Web development
  • Virtualization
  • Kubernetes
  • Deployment of solutions in complex environments

Education & certifications

University degrees corresponding to the following fields of study:

  • Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Naval Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Mathematics

The admission of candidates would be carried out considering all degrees included in said fields of study according to the ISCED/CINE 2013 classification. Degrees according to branch, ISCED 2023, scope of study, and field of study. 2024-2025 Academic Year: University statistical classifications

Languages

  • Accreditation of B2 English level through the corresponding official certificate.

The role

What you'll do

  • Develop and carry out technical software leadership: design, development, and integration of advanced software solutions for Navantia Sistemas products and systems, defining architectures, selecting technologies, and ensuring the application of software engineering best practices. Act as a technical reference in solving complex problems and in the technological evolution of products.
  • Perform software specification and documentation: drafting software requirements, associated technical documentation, and generating deliverables that ensure the understanding, maintenance, and evolution of the product.
  • Carry out verification, testing, and quality: defining testing strategies, supervising verification and validation activities, establishing acceptance criteria, and ensuring compliance with quality, robustness, cybersecurity, and reliability standards required by critical systems and naval platforms.
  • Develop system and network architectures: design and lead the integration of complex technological architectures, including distributed software, computing infrastructures, networks, secure communications, and interoperability between systems, sensors, autonomous platforms, and command and control solutions.
  • Collaborate on research, innovation, and technological development projects, participating in the creation of prototypes, demonstrators, and proofs of concept related to autonomous vehicles, collaborative systems, and new technological capabilities.
  • Keep knowledge of the state of the art in autonomous systems, robotics, advanced software, simulation, AI, communications, and interoperability up to date, identifying application opportunities in the company's products and services.

How you'll work

The application period will end on 30/10/2026 at 12:00 hours.

JOB CONDITIONS
Contract type: Temporary

Hiring process

At the following link: Temporary Personnel Terms you will find the access requirements, documentation to be provided (mandatory), and other relevant information regarding the selection process.

COMPLETING THE APPLICATION
To participate in the selection process, the following supporting documentation must be attached to the candidate profile:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Employment history or negative employment history/negative affiliation report
  • Academic qualifications

About Navantia

Navantia is a Spanish state-owned shipbuilding company and a key player in the global defense and naval engineering sector. It designs, builds, and integrates a wide range of military and civilian vessels, including frigates, submarines, and offshore patrol vessels, as well as providing lifecycle support services for naval platforms. The company operates several shipyards across Spain and is a major contractor for both the Spanish Navy and international clients, positioning itself as a strategic partner in European defense programs.

Navantia's headquarters are in Madrid, with its main production facilities in the Bay of Cádiz (Puerto Real, San Fernando) and the Ría de Ferrol in Galicia. As a Spanish state-owned company, it offers international professionals the opportunity to work in a highly technical, engineering-driven environment with a strong focus on naval architecture, systems integration, and defense innovation. For international hires, the company provides a unique entry point into Spain's industrial and defense ecosystem, with roles often requiring security clearance and a high level of technical expertise.

Industry
Defense and Shipbuilding
Founded
1947
Employees
4,000–5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Cartagena, Ferrol and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • State-owned company: offers the stability and benefits of a public-sector employer, with a formal, structured HR environment.
  • International hires are common in engineering and project management roles, and English is often the working language in technical teams.
  • The company is a key player in the European defense industry, offering exposure to high-profile, long-term naval programs (e.g., F-110 frigates, S-80 submarines).
  • Relocation to Spain is typically required, as most roles are based at the shipyards in the Bay of Cádiz or the Ría de Ferrol, not in Madrid.
  • Given the nature of the work, roles may require EU citizenship or nationality and security clearance (SECRETO).

In their own words

About the company & team

The company Navantia S.A., S.M.E. is announcing the indicated vacancy for its San Fernando facility.

Additional information

In the event that any candidate has problems with the platform, they must send an email to the address rrhh_portal@navantia.es mentioning their issue.

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