Overview

In this role you will lead software architecture for space onboard systems and act as the technical interface to the program and customer. You will design, develop, and integrate software within the Astrobus NEO infrastructure to support state-of-the-art satellite missions. You will ensure traceability from requirements to delivery and drive the end-to-end engineering cycle with rigorous validation. You will contribute to flagship missions like Spain’s most advanced satellite and the Copernicus efforts in Madrid, shaping reliable onboard software for critical space systems.

Compensaciones / Incentivos

- Vacation days and additional days off
- Attractive salary
- Hybrid work model
- Health insurance
- Employee stock options or study grants
- On-site facilities (canteen, medical office)

Responsabilidades

- Lead SW architecture and direct customer interface as software architect
- Design and develop SW unit management functions within Astrobus NEO infrastructure
- Ensure documentation and Requirements Traceability
- Execute end-to-end SW engineering cycle: specs, design,



code, tests, interfaces
- Validate and deliver SW modules for system integration
- Support System Integrity & FDIR for all developed units

Requisitos principales

- Bachelor in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Telecommunications, or related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of software engineering experience in the space domain
- Advanced English and native-level/near-native Spanish proficiency
- Deep knowledge of SW ECSS standards, requirements management, spacecraft unit behavior
- Proficiency in C, Java, Python, or Type Script/Node.js; experience with DOORS, Eclipse, Jenkins; knowledge of space data management interfaces (RangeDB)

- Effective communication to translate complex concepts to executives and clients
- Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
- High adaptability with a continuous learning mindset
- SW ECSS standards
- Requirements management
- Spacecraft unit behavior

📌 Senior Space On-Board Software Engineer (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus Defence And Space
📍 Getafe