Earth Observation Satellite System Engineer - Airbus Defence and Space
3 days ago
Getafe
Overview In this role you will contribute to the development of high-end Earth Observation satellite systems within the EOS Chief Engineering Department. You will lead V&V planning, manage interfaces, and support the Chief Engineer on technical oversight to ensure mission success. The position sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering and strategic system management, offering impact across space missions from requirements to integration. You will work with cross-functional teams to tackle complex space-system challenges and help drive digitalisation and novel methods across design, development and manufacturing. This role offers a chance to shape next-generation EO missions and to grow into a担 Compensaciones / Beneficios • Vacation days, • Hybrid working model, • Health insurance, • Employee stock options, • Retirement plan, • Study grants Responsabilidades, • Lead Verification & Validation planning and execution according to ECSS, • Perform mission analysis, CONOPS development, and derive V&V strategies, • Define verification methods (Analysis, Inspection, Demonstration, Test) for lifecycle, • Oversee Verification Control Document (VCD) creation and management, • Coordinate system-level tests including environmental and end-to-end tests, • Manage satellite interfaces and ICDs between spacecraft, payload, and ground segments, • Conduct interface impact analysis during design changes, • Support Chief Engineer in technical oversight, risk management, and decision-making, • Participate in Technical Reviews (PDR, CDR, QR, AR) and prepare technical documentation, • Contribute to project technical management (resources, cost, schedule, progress), • Promote deployment of novel engineering methods (MBSE, multi-disciplinary analyses) and digitalisation of design, development and manufacturing processes, • Develop features and upgrade product lines to meet new capabilities Requisitos principales, • 5+ years in Systems Engineering within Space, focused on satellite platforms or complex missions, • Strong background in Earth Observation or Science mission architectures, • Deep understanding of Space Mission Lifecycle and ECSS standards, • Knowledge of SAR and Optical payloads (a plus), • Experience with Requirements Engineering (DOORS or similar), • Proficiency in Interface Management and System Modeling, • Solid knowledge of subsystems (AOCS, EPS, OBDH, Telecommunication, Thermal), • Ability to interpret complex test data and technical reports, • Fluent in English; Spanish, French, or German a plus, • Leadership potential, • Clear communication of complex concepts, • Proactive risk management, • ECSS standards, • DOORS or similar Requirements tools, • Interface Management