Satellite Ground Operations Engineer
Pubblicato il 05-10-2026 - SSC - Swedish Space in Lazio
Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.
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With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.
SSC Space also has one of the world's largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications.
We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.
Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace?
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth benefit from space?
If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as Satellite Ground Operations Engineer.
We are looking for a dedicated Satellite Ground Operations Engineer who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.
Requirements
MScinAerospaceorSpaceorTelecommunicationEngineeringorIT.
Proven experience – at least3years– inground operations, including direct involvement inLEOPactivities.
Networkandsystem admin, knowledge onmission planningandflight dynamics systems.
Knowledge ofTT&C; systems,ground networks, andmission control infrastructure.
Familiarity withground segment monitoringandtelemetry handling.
Strongproblem-solvingandtroubleshooting skillsintime-critical environments.
Advanced level ofEnglishand excellentcommunication skills.
Experience inLEOmissionswill be a plus.
Legal and Security Requirements
Applicants must be legally allowed to work in the EU and hold aEuropean citizenship.
Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Copy ofpassport and degree(s) certificate.
Good conduct certificatefrom the country where currently resident.
Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference checks.
Responsibilities
The GOE provides technical operations support for the ground segment, maintaining communication link integrity and resolving system-level issues in coordination with the GOM and SOEs.
The main tasks will be the following:
Monitor ground station telemetry reception and uplink performance in real time.
Troubleshoot communication issues (RF link, data transfer, network latency).
Manage system configuration, patching, and operational readiness of mission control infrastructure including MPS (mission Planning System) and FDS (Flight dynamics system).
Maintain ground segment logs and support anomaly investigations.
Assist in the testing and validation of ground system updates.
Benefits
Competitive remuneration package, recognizing the value of your skills and expertise.
Uniquecareer opportunities, including the possibility of working in other countries with our SSC Group.
Personalizedtraining and development programmes.
SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience.
We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.
With local presence on all continents and about 750 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.
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