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The successful applicant will join the EOS Chief Engineering Department in Spain (TSESS).\nWe 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.\nYou 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.\nBeyond 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.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nSystem Engineering and V&V:\nLead the development and execution of the Verification & Validation (V&V) Plan in accordance with ECSS standards.\n\nExecute mission analysis, generate the CONOPS and, from those, derive V&V strategies for the product.\n\nDefine verification methods (Analysis, Inspection, Demonstration, Test) to ensure all system requirements are met throughout the mission lifecycle.\n\nOversee the creation and management of the Verification Control Document (VCD).\n\nCoordinate complex system-level tests, including environmental testing and end-to-end functional tests.\n\nInterface Engineering:\nManage the satellite interfaces along the product development lifecycle\n\nManage the Interface Control Documents (ICDs) between the spacecraft, payload, and ground segments.\n\nEnsure seamless integration of hardware and software components by managing technical interfaces and resolving cross-subsystem conflicts.\n\nPerform interface impact analysis during design changes to ensure system integrity.\n\nTechnical Management & Deputy Chief Engineer Duties:\nSupport the Chief Engineer in the technical oversight of the entire mission, ensuring technical consistency across all subsystems, and OTOQOC delivery of the satellite.\n\nAssist in technical decision-making processes and the management of technical risks and contingencies.\n\nParticipate in Technical Reviews (PDR, CDR, QR, AR) and prepare high-level technical documentation for customers and stakeholders.\n\nContribute to the technical management of the project, including resource estimation, cost control, schedule alignment, and technical progress monitoring.\n\nIn addition to this, you will play a key role in:\nThe deployment of novel engineering methods, processes and tools (e.g. MBSE, multi-disciplinary analyses, concurrent design engineering…)\n\nThe digitalisation of our design, development and manufacturing processes (e.g. DDMS), and their smooth implementation across all involved disciplines\n\nThe development of novel features into existing product lines and/or upgrading of existing product lines to cope with those novel features, as dictated by the business\n\nSKILLS\nEducation & Experience:\nMaster’s Degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.\n\nProven experience (5+ years) in Systems Engineering within the Space industry, specifically on satellite platforms or high-complexity space missions.\n\nStrong background in Earth Observation or Science mission architectures is a significant plus.\n\nTechnical Skills:\nDeep understanding of the Space Mission Lifecycle and ECSS standards.\n\nKnowledge of SAR and Optical payloads is a plus.\n\nExpertise in Requirements Engineering (e.g., using DOORS or similar tools).\n\nProficiency in Interface Management and System Modeling.\n\nStrong knowledge of satellite subsystems (AOCS, EPS, OBDH, Telecommunications, Thermal).\n\nAbility to interpret complex test data and technical reports.\n\nSoft Skills & Leadership:\nLeadership Potential: Ability to step into a deputy management role, demonstrating maturity and technical authority.\n\nCommunication: Excellent ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both multidisciplinary engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders.\n\nProblem-Solving: A proactive approach to identifying technical risks and proposing mitigation strategies.\n\nLanguage: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Spanish, French and German is a plus.\n\nWHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE? \nAt Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:\nVacation days plus additional days-off along the year.\n\nAttractive salary.\n\nHybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.\n\nCollective transport service in some sites.\n\nBenefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.\n\nOn-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.\n\nPossibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.\n\nExcellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.\n\nSpecial rates in products & benefits.\n\nThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.\nCompany:\nAirbus Defence and Space SAUEmployment Type:\nPermanent-------\nExperience Level:\nProfessionalJob Family:\nChief Engineering & Architecture By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.\nAirbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.\nAirbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .\nAt Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. 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