Interplanetary Mission Analysis Engineer

Location: Madrid, MD, ES

Profile: Defence and Security

Required experience: More than 2 years of experience

Working mode: Hybrid

Interplanetary Mission Analysis Engineer

At Indra Group, we develop space technology for the missions of the future. We drive satellite, Earth observation, communications, and space defense programs, participating in projects that push the boundaries of technological innovation and knowledge.

? Join our team working on national and international projects!

We are looking for an Interplanetary Mission Analysis Engineer with experience in trajectory optimization, celestial mechanics, and software development for mission analysis applications to join projects focused on the development and maintenance of software tools supporting interplanetary mission analysis activities.

? What will you do?

• Develop and maintain software tools in support of Mission Analysis activities.

• Design, implement, and optimize high-performance software applications.

• Ensure the technical feasibility and quality of software designs.

• Contribute to trajectory optimization and celestial mechanics-related developments.

• Support cross-platform software development across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in national and international space projects.

? What are we looking for?

Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. We encourage you to apply, learn more about our opportunity, and show us what you can bring to the team.

• Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field, with a focus on trajectory optimization or celestial mechanics.

• Experience with software engineering methods and techniques.

• Advanced knowledge of C++17 and Python.

• Experience working with Git version control systems.

• Experience with CMake build systems.

• Experience developing software in cross-platform environments (Windows, Linux, and macOS).

? What do we offer?

• Innovative, high-impact projects: Work with cutting-edge technologies on projects with both national and international impact.

• A career plan tailored to you: Designed to support your professional growth and development.

• Autonomy and flexibility: Freedom to organize your work, with a healthy work-life balance adapted to your needs.

• Stability and long-term opportunities: Join a leading company with more than 60,000 professionals and strong financial stability.

• Annual vacation days plus additional personal leave days.

• Open and transparent work environment: Enjoy direct communication with managers and colleagues in a collaborative setting.

• Continuous learning: Access training through Open University and Udemy for Business (more than 6,000 courses available).

• Employee discounts and benefits: Enjoy special offers on gyms, restaurants, retail stores, leisure activities, and much more.

? What does our recruitment process look like?

Profile review: We assess your experience and skills to determine your fit for the role. Initial phone conversation (5–10 minutes): If you receive a call from an unknown number, it may be us! A brief conversation to get to know you and answer any questions. Technical interview: Meet the team, learn more about the project and day-to-day responsibilities, and discuss your technical expertise. Short assessments in English and competencies may also be conducted if required. Talent Acquisition interview: An opportunity for you to get to know us better, our values, career model, skills framework, and culture, while we explore whether there's a mutual fit. Offer and onboarding: If everything goes well, you'll join our team and begin this exciting new chapter with us! Estimated hiring process duration: 2–3 weeks.

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