Location: Madrid Tres Cantos, Spain
A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Thanks to our diversity of skills, talents and cultures, our customers (governments, institutions, space agencies, telecommunications operators), therefore have Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate.
Thales in Spain is a leader in technological solutions applied to Defence, Aeronautics, Security, Transportation and Space and, furthermore, is a global centre for excellence in Space, Security of Critical Infrastructures and Transportation. With a turnover of €320 million and a staff of 1,200, it exports approximately 40% of its total production principally to the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America.
Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), is a key European player in space telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, exploration and orbital infrastructures.
This company is the largest European satellite manufacturer and the main supplier of the ATV. It has also contributed to the development of more than the 50% of the living space of the ISS and leads programs like the ExoMars program of robotic exploration of Mars and it is the largest European satellite manufacturer.
The Young Talent Programme of Thales Alenia Space in Spain is oriented towards the development of its participants offering them a full-time first job experience of 1 year, in which a 70% will be “on-the-job” experiences, 20% through feedback and relationships and the remaining 10% from formal training.
This experience will bring you…
- The opportunity to start your professional career in a complex and demanding environment, such as the space industry. Additionally, Thales is certified as a Top Employer company, being recognized for its working conditions and its good atmosphere.
- A chance to improve your capabilities and skills and pursue your potential being part of an active company with a worldwide dimension.
- In Thales Alenia Space in Spain you will work in a highly multicultural, talented and innovative environment where everyone is unique, with different goals and passions.
And also very good working conditions:
- 1 year full-time internship
- A postgraduate program
- Competitive economic remuneration (1000€ per month)
What are we looking for?
We are looking for young graduated talents who wants to make the difference for Thales Alenia Space in Spain for these areas: RF, Electronics, Data, Industry, Supply Chain, Quality, Core, Operational and Forecast Planning, Technology, CTO, Procurement, Facilities, HR, Communication and Transformation.
What do you need to apply?
- Graduated in: Telecommunication, Computer Science, Physics, Electronics, Mathematics, Industrial, Chemical or Aerospace Engineering, Psychology, Labour Relations, Business Administration, Marketing, Occupational Risk Prevention or similar Bachelor degree.
- Master degree and extra-curricular achievements that reflect your proactive mentality and your ability to manage complex projects and balance priorities will be considered as an asset.
- Fluent in written and spoken English. Additional languages will be well considered.
- Availability to start in September/October 2025.
- We would like to see a trajectory that demonstrates you have the will to pursue your passions and accomplish your projects, as well as the capacity to dream big ideas and make them happen.
- International or diverse cultural experiences will be valued. Experiences such as internships and volunteering abroad, exchange programs (Erasmus…), and additional learning programs.
Don’t miss the opportunity to join the company that participates in a science and exploration mission to find life in Mars! #spaceforlife
At Thales Alenia Space we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales Alenia Space employing around 8,900 employees in 10 countries with 17 sites in Europe and a plant in the US, our mobility policy enables employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad. Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth #SpaceForLife. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
