Spacecraft Operations Engineer

We are seeking a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to work on-site at EUMETSAT (Darmstadt). You will support the MSG and MTG programs, ensuring the continuity of critical meteorological data services for Europe.

Key Responsibilities

Routine Mission Operations

• Monitor and analyze in-orbit spacecraft performance and mission health.
• Investigate and resolve spacecraft anomalies alongside engineering and ground segment teams.
• Manage subsystem performance and participate in on-call/standby duties.
• Maintain operational procedures, simulators, and tools; support end-of-life re-orbiting and decommissioning.

Operations Preparation

• Prepare for upcoming mission phases and validate deliverables from satellite manufacturers.
• Support System Validation Tests (SVT), simulation campaigns, and LEOP preparations.
• Assist ground segment teams with satellite control chain integration and mission database development.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Proven background in spacecraft/mission operations and in-orbit phases.
• Strong understanding of spacecraft subsystems and performance monitoring.
• Familiarity with mission control systems, operational procedures, and configuration control.
• Methodical analytical skills and professional fluency in English.
• Experience with SCOS-2000 or similar platforms.
• Direct involvement in LEOP or commissioning.
• Scripting skills in Python, Java, or VBA.
• Knowledge of ECSS standards and operational frameworks.