Role HighlightsSatellite Systems, Software Verification Team LeadLocation:Valencia, SpainDepartment:Integral Manufacturing OrganisationReports to:Maite ManagerEmployment type:PermanentWorkplace model:OfficeEmployment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

About the Role
We are looking for anSatellite Systems, Software Verification Team Leadto own the final verification of our satellites, the stage where an integrated spacecraft is proven to work.
Once a satellite has been integrated, your team takes over.
You'll lead satellite-level functional and end-to-end checkout, onboard software loading and validation, and RF testing in our anechoic chamber, with a team of 5 technicians across systems, software and RF.
This is a hands-on leadership role.
You'll spend real time with your team at the satellite, troubleshooting, unblocking issues and improving how we test.
ICEYE is scaling satellite production fast, so you'll also build the processes, tools and KPIs that let verification keep pace without compromising quality.
We're looking for a strong electronics engineer who is comfortable with software and enjoys leading people.
Space experience is a plus, not a requirement.
If you've led hands-on electronics testing in a demanding industry such as aerospace, defence, automotive or power electronics, we'll help you learn the space-specific parts.
Who We AreICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space.
We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.
ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation.
To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality,



latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night.
To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.
ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management.
We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.
Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over ***
* employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
Your day-to-day responsibilitiesLeading Satellite VerificationOwn satellite-level verification after integration: functional and end-to-end system checkoutProve that all onboard systems (power, avionics, software, RF) perform reliably in full configurationBe hands-on: lead troubleshooting, isolate faults, unblock issues and keep momentumOwning Software in VerificationOwn onboard software loading, validation and checkout during production verificationMaintain and improve test scripts, test automation and software-supported verification flowsWork with AIT Engineering on software-related issues, telling software faults apart from hardware faultsOverseeing RF TestingMake sure RF testing of the satellite in the anechoic chamber is planned, executed and reported to standard,



working with the RF specialists in your teamKeep RF test benches and chamber setups maintained, calibrated and compliantQuality, Traceability & CompliancePlan, execute and report system-level functional tests and inspectionsMaintain configuration control, build discipline and full traceabilityEnsure compliance with applicable aerospace quality standards such as ECSSIdentify key non-conformances, escalate critical issues and drive resolution of the most impactful ones, supporting root cause analysis led by AIT EngineeringBuilding Scalable, Repeatable ProcessesDevelop work instructions, test procedures and checklists with AIT Engineering and QualityTurn unclear inputs into clear, usable processes and reduce tribal knowledgeIncrease throughput and reduce rework while protecting qualityLeading & Developing the TeamLead, coach and grow a multidisciplinary team of engineers and techniciansBuild a culture of ownership, accountability and pride in the productTeach structured fault diagnosis and test best practicesWorking Across TeamsBe the bridge between verification and engineering (systems, software, RF, AIT)Collaborate with Quality, Planning, Supply Chain and the two other production teams (Integration/Mechanical & Thermal; Electronics)Prepare verification for higher volumes; define and track KPIsWhat We're Looking ForYou don't need to tick every box.
If you have most of the must-haves and the role excites you, we'd like to hear from you.
Must-havesA degree in electronics, telecommunications or electrical engineering, or equivalent hands-on experienceHands-on experience testing, validating or verifying complex electronic systems, at unit or system levelWorking software knowledge: scripting (ideally Python), loading and co

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