Job Description:A vacancy for an Earth Observation Satellite System Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Madrid (Getafe). The successful applicant will join the EOS Chief Engineering Department in Spain (TSESS).A vacancy for an Earth Observation Satellite System Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Madrid (Getafe). The successful applicant will join the EOS Chief Engineering Department in Spain (TSESS).We are seeking a highly skilled Satellite Systems Engineer with a background in Earth Observation and/or Science satellite systems development. In this role, you will join the Systems Engineering team in the development of state-of-the-art, high-end Earth Observation satellite systems, in institutional and defence markets.You will play a critical role in the lifecycle of next-generation satellite missions. You will be responsible for ensuring that complex space systems are built to specification through rigorous Verification & Validation (V&V;) and robust Interface Management.Beyond your technical core, you will act as a Deputy to the Chief Engineer,



providing high-level technical support and assisting in the technical management of the system. This role offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between deep technical engineering and strategic system-level management.ResponsibilitiesSystem Engineering and V&V;:Lead the development and execution of the Verification & Validation (V&V;) Plan in accordance with ECSS standards.Execute mission analysis, generate the CONOPS and, from those, derive V&V; strategies for the product.Define verification methods (Analysis, Inspection, Demonstration, Test) to ensure all system requirements are met throughout the mission lifecycle.Oversee the creation and management of the Verification Control Document (VCD).Coordinate complex system-level tests, including environmental testing and end-to-end functional tests.Interface Engineering:Manage the satellite interfaces along the product development lifecycle

📌 Earth Observation Satellite System Engineer (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus Defence And Space
📍 Getafe