Technical Lead – Satellite QKD System (LEO)

Leonardo · Spain

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Company
Leonardo
Location
Spain
Posted
June 30, 2026

About this job

Job Description: We are looking for a Technical Lead to join a cutting-edge space project focused on Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). In this role, you will act as the technical authority on behalf of TPZ, ensuring end-to-end system coherence across space, ground, and user segments, while leading requirements engineering, system design, and validation activities under the ECSS framework. You will play a key role in shaping the technical backbone of a highly innovative mission, contributing directly to secure communications of the future. Key Responsibilities Systems Engineering Lead and oversee system engineering activities, including high-level design of the complete LEO QKD system.

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€22,000
€17,500Typical range€29,500

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