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Headquartered in Elche (Spain) and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a global benchmark in the small satellite launch sector. Its family of MIURA launchers and LINCE crewed capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty for space transportation, covering the full spectrum of space missions.\nPLD Space operates over 188,000 m² of facilities in Elche, Teruel (Spain), Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), enabling the company to provide comprehensive satellite and payload launch services into space.\nTeamwork, courage, determination and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee an autonomous, independent satellite space access capability, based on reliability at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer best-in-class launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, space agencies and national and international governmental entities\nMission\na Mission Analysis Engineer at PLD Space, your mission is to contribute to the analysis and planning of space missions, ensuring the successful execution of launch vehicle and spacecraft missions. You will play a crucial role in assessing mission feasibility, optimizing trajectories, and providing critical mission-related information to support decision-making processes.\nResponsibilities\nPerform mission analysis and trajectory optimization for launch vehicle and spacecraft missions, considering various parameters such as payload mass, target orbit, and mission objectives. \nSupport to mission design for interplanetary and Earth Observation missions \nModelling and simulation of space systems, including space environment and space vehicle dynamics \nAnalyse mission requirements and constraints to determine launch windows, ascent trajectories, staging events, and orbital manoeuvres. \nConduct sensitivity analyses and trade studies to evaluate the impact of different mission parameters on performance, payload capacity, and mission success. \nPerform GNC (Guidance, Navigation and Control) assessments. \nDevelop software tools for mission analysis activities. \nUtilize specialized software tools and simulation models to perform trajectory calculations, propulsion system performance analyses, and mission performance predictions. \nEvaluate mission risks, including launch vehicle performance margins, propellant reserves, and contingency plans, to ensure mission safety and success. \nSupport launch site selection and launch campaign planning by assessing the compatibility of the launch vehicle with the target orbit and launch range infrastructure. \nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, propulsion engineers, and trajectory designers, to define mission requirements and ensure their integration into the overall mission architecture. \nGenerate mission-related documentation, including mission profiles, trajectory reports, and performance analyses, to communicate mission requirements and analysis results to internal teams and external stakeholders. \nParticipate in technical reviews, meetings, and presentations, providing mission analysis expertise and insights to stakeholders and project teams. \nGenerate documentation, including user guides, guidelines and user manuals for internal customers use. \nGenerate documentation for formal program development reviews. \nNecessary Requirements\nAerospace Engineering bachelor’s degree or demonstrable relevant experience in lieu thereof. Advanced degree preferred. \n> 5 years of relevant technical experience. \nStrong understanding of orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, and mission analysis principles. \nProficiency in using mission analysis software tools, such as ASTOS (Astrodynamics Tool Software), STK (Systems Toolkit), or similar. \nKnowledge of optimization theory and techniques. \nKnowledge of Software engineering methods and techniques \nKnowledge of launch vehicle performance parameters, such as mass fractions, delta-v budgets, and propellant utilization. \nFamiliarity with spacecraft subsystems and their impact on mission design, including power, communication, and thermal constraints. \nUnderstanding of launch vehicle integration and launch campaign planning processes. \nUnderstanding of safety regulations and standards related to GNC systems. \nDesired Requirements\nAnalytical thinking and problem-solving skills to perform complex mission analysis tasks and trade studies. \nExcellent mathematical and computational skills for performing trajectory calculations and simulations. \nStrong attention to detail and accuracy in analysing data, conducting simulations, and documenting results. \nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. \nAbility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities. \nStrong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines and milestones. \nAbility to work both independently and in a team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. \nEnglish B2-C1. \nExperience in mission analysis or trajectory optimization for launch vehicles or spacecraft. \nKnowledge of optimization techniques and algorithms for mission planning and trajectory design. \nFamiliarity with statistical analysis and uncertainty quantification methods for mission risk assessment. \nUnderstanding of launch vehicle performance trade-offs and sensitivity analyses. \nExperience with launch site selection and launch range infrastructure considerations. \nKnowledge of industry standards and regulations related to mission analysis and launch vehicle operations. \nFamiliarity with: \nThermal Analysis (CLA Thermal) - Ground & Flight. \nMechanical Analysis (CLA Mechanical). \nEMC Analysis. \nSeparation Analysis (Separation Velocity, Induced Angular Velocities, Collision Margins...) \nFrench B2-C1. \nBenefits\nHealth & Wellness\nPhysiotherapy within our facilities \n50% discount on your health insurance \nYou can sign-up your family members with health insurance at a competitive price. \nHealthy snacks and lots of fruit \nFind balance\n23 days of paid vacation plus December 24th and 31st \nFlexible work schedule \nNever stop learning\nWe encourage practical learning \nWe promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork \nFocus on your financial future\nChildcare flexible contributions \nRestaurant tickets \nTransport flexible contributions \nTraining support \nValues\nWe have five critical beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies.\nTeamwork \nHard work \nDynamism \nCommitment \nKeep it simple \nJoin us to reinvent how rockets are built!","description_format":"text","description_chars":6921,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"French","level":"Upper-Intermediate (B2)","optional":false},{"language":"English","level":"Upper-Intermediate (B2)","optional":false}]},"benefits":["Flexible schedule","Health insurance","Professional development"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-25T15:52:53Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":29,"reasons":["conf:1","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-26T05:57:25Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/pld-space-mission-analysis-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/pld-space-mission-analysis-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-26T23:01:46Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":31239,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":53800},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=53800"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fpld-space-mission-analysis-engineer"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fpld-space-mission-analysis-engineer"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fpld-space-mission-analysis-engineer"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/pld-space-mission-analysis-engineer\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fpld-space-mission-analysis-engineer"}]}