Spacecraft Operations Engineer

• Description
• Start Date: November 2026
• Location: Darmstadt, Germany
• Working Hours: Full time, 40 h/week
• Requirement: EU citizenship
• Submission Deadline: 2026-08-09
• Security

All potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks. The candidate must hold EU citizenship, with evidence of eligibility required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics
• Good programming skills using Bash/Linux and Python
• Programming skills in other languages like C++ and freemarker is an advantage
• Knowledge of automation tools, preferably MATIS
• Knowledge of SIMSAT environment
• Good knowledge of SCOS-2000 mission control systems
• In depth knowledge of relevant Standards and Protocols (CCSDS and ECSS PUS)
• Familiarity with File Based Operations
• Knowledge of spacecraft operations concept is an advantage
• Knowledge of EGOS-MPS configuration is an advantage
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance and development of the ground segment tools from the FCT side
• Execute routine and special operational procedures across all mission phases
• Develop, validate, maintain, and update flight operational procedures, adhering strictly to configuration control standards
• Support ground segment and spacecraft testing
• Monitor daily performance and health of the spacecraft and associated ground systems, identifying trends and diagnosing anomalies
• Contribute to the preparation and execution of critical mission campaigns
• Create and maintain Flight Operations System (FOS) documentation
• Prepare and validate Operational Database change requests
• Participate in on‑call duty rotations, providing responsive support during non‑nominal situations
• Monitor and control of the spacecraft in real time in the control room
• Provide technical inputs and recommendations to the Lead Engineer
• Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments, including definition and possibly prototyping of additional analysis checks where necessary
• Identification and support to the implementation of system and process improvements
• Review space to ground interface specifications and flight operations manuals

Benefits

• Thriving Environment: A growing and international environment with diverse backgrounds to learn from, with a lot of social events.
• Work‑Life Balance: Take advantage of our relocation support and 30 days of paid vacation.
• Develop yourself: Enjoy permanent employment with diverse opportunities for growth, with our training program and a German language course.
• Well being: Prioritize your well‑being with access to our gym program, bike lease program, and company doctor services.
• Supportive Workplace: Experience our open‑door policy and ISO 9001‑certified workplace, where your voice is valued and your contributions recognized.
• Rewards and Incentives: Receive a competitive salary, bonus scheme, deferred compensation scheme and sponsored public transportation tickets.
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