We are looking for a ​Platform Electrical Engineer​ on behalf of and in support to our client for their location in ​Arganda del Rey (Madrid), Spain or Noordwijk, The Netherlands​.  

As part of the SpaceRISE consortium, our client plays a central role in the IRIS² programme, leading the design, development and implementation of the ground segment, including the infrastructure needed to manage the constellation and connect it with terrestrial networks. The company is also responsible for service operations, such as defining the service catalogue, establishing procedures and developing delivery models for member states. 

In addition, our client leads the Low LEO segment, supporting innovative missions that strengthen the European space ecosystem. To meet its growing responsibilities, the company is progressively building a dedicated IRIS² team, currently composed of more than 40 professionals. 

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage). 

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to: 

• Support the definition, design and development of the satellite platform and its electrical, avionics, mechanical, thermal and related subsystems; 

• Define and review platform requirements, architectures, budgets and interfaces with the payload, launcher and Ground Segment; 

• Support the technical procurement of platform equipment and follow suppliers throughout design, manufacturing, integration and acceptance; 

• Prepare for and participate in unit-, subsystem- and system-level design, manufacturing, integration and test reviews; 

• Monitor requirements compliance, technical risks, non-conformances and design changes affecting platform performance; 

• Support satellite Assembly, Integration and Test activities and resolution of platform-level anomalies; 

• Support the launch campaign, Launch and Early Operations Phase and In-Orbit Test campaign; 

• Assess on-orbit platform health and performance and support anomaly investigation and resolution; 

• Prepare regular technical status and progress reports. 

At ATG Science & Engineering S.L., we are firmly committed to equal opportunities and respect for diversity. The Equality Plan and active policies promote to foster an inclusive environment, free from discrimination. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (+33% certificado de discapacidad), or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment 

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection. 

• Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a related field; 

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in satellite platform engineering; 

• Experience in platform procurement, equipment manufacturing and/or in-orbit operations for GEO or LEO satellites; 

• Strong knowledge of one or more satellite platform domains, such as electrical power, avionics and data handling, harness and EMC, AOCS/GNC, propulsion, structures, mechanisms or thermal control; 

• Experience with requirements, interfaces, technical budgets and equipment or subsystem reviews; 

• Experience in satellite manufacturing, Assembly, Integration and Test and acceptance activities; 

• Knowledge of launch campaigns, LEOP and satellite In-Orbit Testing; 

• Experience in large European Union or ESA space programmes is considered an asset; 

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU;  

• Candidates must have or be eligible to obtain Personal Security Clearance (PSC) up to ESA SECRET / EU SECRET; 

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken;  

• Any other European language is considered an asset. 

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.