Astrophysics Missions Spacecraft Operations Engineer
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About this role
Job Description:
As part of the new ESOC FOE Astrophysics missions’ contract, due to start on 01/01/2027, we are seeking to expand our Spacecraft Operations Engineering Team, specifically for our support to a wide range of CubeSats.
Depending on the experience of the candidate, they will be assigned to one or more missions and have responsibility for a number of Spacecraft subsystems and Ground Segment Systems.
Key Responsibilities
The general activities to be supported by this service are, to be tailored to their profile and expertise:
Study of Project-specific Characteristics and Ground Segment Documentation
Participation in the Analysis and Design of Satellite Operations
Generation and validation of Flight Control Procedures
Mission Management and Mission Planning Support Service
Support for Ground Segment Systems evolution and testing (e.g. MCS, SIM and MPS)
Participation in the team Training Program
Routine Payload & Platform Operations
Participation in all Mission Critical Operations
General Flight Control Support Service
Spacecraft Performance Analysis
Participation in the on-call service
Essential Skills and Qualifications
University degree or equivalent education in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Telecommunications Engineering. Telecommunications Engineering.
Experience in Spacecraft operations.
Proven experience with ESOC internal and external interfaces
Experience with system-level tasks and a system-minded attitude
Ability to investigate technical issues methodically and contribute to operational improvements.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken
Experience in programming FPGAs.
Experience in embedded programming
Ability to work independently.
Desirable Skills
Experience within a spacecraft operations centre or mission control environment, in particular with the ESOC environment.
Experience working with international partners, customers, or multidisciplinary engineering.
Experience with the operation of CubeSats.
Programming skills in Java, Python & Linux scripting
Furthermore
Start date 01/10/2026 or 01/01/2027
EU applications only.
CV in the latest Europass format
Seniority:
ExpertPrimary Location:
DE - Darmstadt - ESOCContract Type:
Employee-PermanentHybrid Working:
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