Darwin Space are currently hiring for a Satellite Operations & Systems Engineer in Spain.What’s in it for you- Hands‑on technical experience: Contribute directly to satellite design, subsystem analysis, and in‑orbit operations.- Cross‑disciplinary exposure: Collaborate with engineers, partners, and stakeholders across systems, launch, platform, and ground segments.- Growth and learning: Develop expertise in satellite systems engineering and operations while supporting the Operations Lead.- Adaptable working hours: Organize your schedule in a culture of autonomy and trust.- Private health insurance: Access comprehensive medical coverage for you and your wellbeing.- Dynamic and collaborative environment: Join a young, multidisciplinary team driven by innovation, precision, and problem‑solving.Your mission- Support both the engineering and operational aspects of satellite missions.- Participate in the satellite operations during LEOP, commissioning, nominal mission,



and end‑of‑life activities.- Contribute to tests in‑orbit and anomaly investigations in collaboration with the satellite operations teams.- Support the preparation and validation of operational products such as Mission Control Software and test bench activities.- Process and analyse telemetry data, maintaining supporting tools and infrastructure.- Contribute to the training and operational readiness of the operations team.- Participate in the development of space missions, from early satellite/mission concepts, requirements, design, AIT, and launch.- Execute assessments and simulations of system performance and budgets (mass, power, pointing, communication, orbital drift, etc.).- Coordinate engineering teams for system and subsystem development projects.- Contribute to proposals for new missions and projects.What will set you up for success- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent; qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunications, or Software Engineering are a plus.- 2–4 years of relevant experience in spacecraft systems or operations.- Strong problem‑solving skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work independently.- Team spirit, versatility, and creativity.- Fluency in English; negotiation‑level Spanish is a plus.- Experience in satellite operations or Earth observation missions is highly valued.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Satellite Systems Engineer (Bilbao)
🏢 Darwin Recruitment
📍 Bilbao