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TETelespazio Germany GmbH

Spacecraft Operations Engineer(m/w/x)

Darmstadt
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced

Ensuring safe, continuous in-orbit operation of Meteosat spacecraft using operational analysis tools. Practical spacecraft operations engineering experience required. On-call duties, shift-based activities, and anomaly resolution.

Requirements

  • University degree or equivalent qualification in Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunications, Physics, or related technical discipline
  • Practical experience in spacecraft or mission operations engineering
  • Hands-on exposure to in-orbit operational phases (routine, commissioning, launch preparation)
  • Solid understanding of spacecraft subsystems and satellite performance monitoring principles
  • Familiarity with operational procedures, mission configuration data, or mission control systems
  • Experience with spacecraft simulators or ground segment monitoring and control facilities
  • Ability to analyze operational issues methodically and contribute to anomaly investigations
  • Experience within configuration control and operational change management processes
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills
  • Full professional fluency in English
  • Hands-on experience with mission control systems (SCOS-2000 or comparable)
  • Direct involvement in LEOP or spacecraft commissioning activities
  • Familiarity with onboard control procedures and spacecraft operational concepts
  • Knowledge of ECSS standards or established space mission operational frameworks
  • Programming or scripting skills (Python or Java)
  • Experience developing lightweight operational tools (VBA or MS Office-based)
  • Track record of supporting development or maintenance of spacecraft operations toolsets

Tasks

  • Ensure safe, continuous in-orbit operation of Meteosat spacecraft
  • Use operational analysis tools to track spacecraft health and mission performance
  • Participate in standby and on-call duties for mission planning and shift-based activities
  • Investigate and resolve spacecraft anomalies with engineering and industry counterparts
  • Perform operational tasks across spacecraft subsystems, focusing on mission safety and performance
  • Develop and maintain spacecraft simulators and operational tools
  • Prepare, review, and update operational procedures, guides, and technical documentation
  • Contribute to end-of-life activities, including spacecraft re-orbiting and decommissioning
  • Support preparation for upcoming mission phases and key operational milestones
  • Review and assess operational deliverables and technical inputs from manufacturers and partners
  • Develop and validate operational procedures, mission databases, and spacecraft configuration data
  • Participate in simulation campaigns and verification activities
  • Support system validation test campaigns from planning to reporting
  • Assist with satellite control chain integration with ground segment teams
  • Prepare for critical mission phases, including Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP)
  • Develop operational tools and spacecraft performance monitoring solutions
  • Share knowledge and contribute to training within the spacecraft operations team

Work Experience

  • approx. 1 - 4 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • EnglishNative

Tools & Technologies

  • SCOS-2000
  • Python
  • Java
  • VBA
  • MS Office
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