Space Mission Analysis Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Space Mission Analysis Engineer (Aerospace): Performing low-level mission analysis and orbital evaluations for small satellite missions with an accent on technical budgets and orbital mechanics. Focus on implementing CONOPS in STK, developing Python-based analysis tools, and ensuring requirement traceability for PDR and CDR reviews.

Location: Nigrán, Pontevedra, Spain (Hybrid work available)

Company

hirify.global is expanding its team to build the future of space technology.

What you will do

• Perform orbital analyses including orbit selection, propagation, coverage, and access windows for small satellite missions.
• Develop and maintain technical budgets for power, delta-V, and pointing.
• Implement CONOPS in STK to generate key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Contribute to the development and evolution of internal mission analysis tools using Python.
• Document analysis results and contribute to technical reviews such as PDR and CDR.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering to ensure coherence across mission performance budgets.

Requirements

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in space missions, preferably with small satellites or CubeSats.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of orbital mechanics and mission analysis methods.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and tool development.
• Experience with STK and space radiation analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with a remote percentage to be defined with the manager.
• Flexible start/finish times and reduced intensive working hours on Fridays and in summer.
• Competitive compensation with ongoing reviews and flexible options.
• Wellbeing program including health, dental, and accident insurance.
• Free fruit and free lunch every Friday.
• Personalized career plan development, training, and language learning support.