Field Infrastructure & Physical Security
Fabricación y testing
PLD Space HQ - Elche
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About PLD Space

PLD Space is an international space services company with in-house engineering and manufacturing. It is dedicated to transporting satellites and humans into space, vertically integrating engineering, testing, manufacturing and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Headquartered in Elche (Spain) and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a global benchmark in the space launcher sector. Its MIURA family of launchers and its LINCE manned capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions.

With a team of more than 500 employees and 350 million in total funding, PLD Space also has the largest private test benches in Europe, located in Teruel (Spain), and operates one launch base in the Guiana Space Centre (CSG), in Kourou (French Guiana). In total, it has more than 188,000m2 of own industrial infrastructures.

Teamwork, courage, determination and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee an autonomous, independent satellite space access capability, based on reliability at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer best-in-class launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, space agencies and national and international governmental entities.

Mission

Ensure the proper operation, availability, and maintenance of the company's technology infrastructure and physical security systems across local and remote sites by performing field technical activities, supporting infrastructure and security projects, and coordinating operational activities with IT. Serve as the local point of contact for the implementation of solutions under the direction of Facility Management, in accordance with corporate standards and business requirements.

Responsibilities

Field technical support

  • Provide on-site technical support at corporate facilities and remote locations to resolve issues related to technology infrastructure and associated systems.
  • Perform diagnostics, equipment replacement, functional verification, and commissioning of serviced components and systems.
  • Coordinate and escalate incidents to Corporate IT when specialized support or remote intervention is required.
  • Record and document all activities performed in accordance with established procedures.

Technology infrastructure

  • Manage local technology infrastructure at the physical level, ensuring proper operational condition, availability, and service continuity.
  • Perform installations, upgrades, relocations, and moves of technology equipment and associated infrastructure.
  • Monitor the condition of communications cabinets, racks, conduits, cabling, and other technical facility-related components.
  • Identify improvement opportunities and report deviations or risks detected.

Infrastructure and security projects

  • Execute infrastructure and security projects in the field as defined by Facility Management.
  • Participate in the deployment, expansion, and upgrade of technical and physical security solutions.
  • Perform functional testing, technical validation, and commissioning support for new installations.
  • Coordinate on-site activities with external vendors and service providers when required.

Physical Security Systems

  • Install, maintain, and verify the proper operation of CCTV, access control, intrusion detection systems, and associated devices.
  • Conduct periodic inspections and operational testing to ensure system availability and reliability.
  • Diagnose incidents and perform corrective actions within the scope of responsibility.
  • Maintain up-to-date technical documentation, maintenance records, and system inventories for assigned systems.

Security and compliance

  • Comply with and promote adherence to internal security procedures, asset protection policies, and access control requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations during the execution of all work activities.
  • Properly use tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) required for each task.
  • Support and maintain the technical and security standards established by the company.

Administrative management

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical and operational information for the systems and infrastructures under responsibility.
  • Manage documentation related to interventions, assets, inspections, and functional testing activities.
  • Prepare basic reports on incidents, activities performed, and system status when required.
  • Provide administrative support for the management of vendors, materials, and services within the assigned area of responsibility.

Necessary Requirements

Education

  • Associate degree, Technical degree, or equivalent vocational training in Computer Systems and Networking, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Additional training in technology infrastructure, structured cabling, electronic security systems, communications, or physical security is considered an asset.

Experience

  • 1 to 3 years of experience in field technical support, technology infrastructure, or electronic security systems.
  • Experience in the installation and maintenance of technology equipment and physical security devices.
  • Experience working in coordination with IT teams and external contractors.

Technical Knowledge

  • Technology infrastructure and field technical support.
  • Structured cabling and communications cabinet organization.
  • Computer hardware, networking equipment, and end-user devices.
  • CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and installation plans.
  • Use of diagnostic and verification tools for infrastructure and systems.

Competencies

  • Technical and operational skills
  • Strong incident resolution orientation.
  • Analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Work organization and planning.
  • Attention to detail and technical accuracy.
  • Adaptability to changing environments and operational requirements.

Collaborative Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Effective communication.
  • Internal customer service orientation.
  • Ability to coordinate with multiple departments and external vendors.

Position Requirements

  • Availability to travel between company sites and remote locations as required.
  • Availability to perform after-hours work and respond to critical incidents when business needs require it.
  • Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and strict compliance with all company health, safety, and occupational risk prevention requirements.

Benefits 

Health & Wellness 

  • Physiotherapy within our facilities 
  • 50% discount on your health insurance 
  • You can sign-up your family members with health insurance at a competitive price. 
  • Healthy snacks and lots of fruit 

Find balance 

  • 23 days of paid vacation plus December 24th and 31st  
  • Flexible work schedule 

Never stop learning 

  • We encourage practical learning 
  • We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork 

Focus on your financial future 

  • Childcare flexible contributions  
  • Restaurant tickets  
  • Transport flexible contributions  
  • Training support 

Values 

We have five critical beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies. 

  • Teamwork 
  • Hard work 
  • Dynamism 
  • Commitment 
  • Keep it simple 

Join us to reinvent how rockets are built! 

Se ha recibido financiación de Corporación Bética de Expansión Empresarial FCR, cofinanciado por la Unión Europea a través del Fondo Europeo de Desarrollo Regional, FEDER, para la realización del proyecto "Lanzamientos de MIURA 1 en el INTA y desarrollos de I+D+i en Andalucía" con el objetivo de promover el desarrollo tecnológico, la innovación y una investigación de calidad.
Potenciar la investigación, el desarrollo tecnológico y la innovación
Lanzamientos de MIURA 1 en el INTA y desarrollo de I+D+I en Andalucía
Proyecto “Implantación de herramientas digitales para la fabricación del primer cohete Miura 5” subvencionado a través del “Programa de ayudas para proyectos de digitalización de PYME, DIGITALIZA-CV, convocatoria 2024 Expediente IMDIGA/2024/279” financiado por la Unión Europea e IVACE.