Do you want to be part of the space future? As support to a European space organisation we are looking for Space Mission Operations Engineers

Activities

Our customer is a European organisation providing satellite operations and ground station tracking network services to its users. You will be working on-site as a member of the Operations Team. Tasks will include:

• Systems engineering of spacecraft and ground segments
• Preparation and validation of operational procedures for space and ground segments
• Investigation and resolution of spacecraft and system anomalies
• Capture system requirements, support architectural design and implementation
• Participate in the preparation for future missions and programmes.

Skills

You should ideally have the following qualifications and experience:

• University degree or equivalent in science or engineering
• Knowledge of ECSS and CCSDS standards
• Real-time spacecraft and ground segment operations for: Astronomy, Planetary Science or Earth Observation missions,
• Operational validation of systems and operational procedures
• User requirements capture and change management
• Space mission planning, systems analysis, reporting and monitoring tools
• Able to work independently and good communication skills
• Fluency in English is mandatory, some knowledge of French or German an asset.

Starting date: 2011

An exciting international working environment in a highly innovative team awaits you. You will benefit from focused training and personal development bundled with a competitive salary.

Please note: Due to work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you already hold a work permit for Germany.

HE Space Operations is a growing international space company. For over 25 years we have provided our customers with consultancy services in Engineering and Business Administration. We open the door to working directly on-site with our principal customers in the space sector who rank amongst the top 25 engineering employers in Europe: EADS and the European Space Agency.