Software & Mission Control Senior Engineer | Space Ground Segment

Location : Madrid / Toulouse (main office in Arganda del Rey)

Modality : Hybrid (60% on-site)

Frequent travel : 2–3 short trips per month (1 to 4 days) across European countries

Are you ready to take on a key role in the design and operation of space mission control systems?

At Exceltic , we are looking for a Senior Software Engineer specialized in Mission Control Systems (MCS) to support the definition, development, and integration of complex mission operations infrastructure for next-generation space programs.

Main Responsibilities

• Analyze and perform trade-offs on Ground Segment requirements , with flow-down to Mission Control Systems (MCS) and Supervision systems .
• Define Mission & Control requirements for both space infrastructure and service layers .
• Design the high-level software architecture for :
• Space mission operations and control
• Supervision, telemetry, and reporting systems
• Define implementation and testing strategies for MCS-related software subsystems.
• Provide technical oversight to subcontractors regarding :
• Architecture and design reviews
• Requirements compliance
• Development and validation processes
• Support the integration of subcontracted components into the full Ground Segment system.
• During operations, act as the technical point of contact for anomaly resolution and mission-critical troubleshooting.

Requirements

Living the Exceltic experience means :

Working on pioneering space projects in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.

Enjoying a flexible compensation plan .

Balancing professional ambition with personal well-being .

Being part of a team that values your ideas and supports your growth .

About Exceltic...

Exceltic is a leading company in engineering and technology consulting , with operations in aerospace, rail, energy, IT, and industry .

We are more than 500 professionals strong, with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Bilbao , and projects across five continents .

Join us and help shape the future with Exceltic!

Ready to be part of the mission? Apply now via LinkedIn or send us your CV!