Spacecraft Radio Frequency and Spectrum Management Engineer (f/m/d)

Location: Darmstadt, Germany - relocation required!

Working hours: full time, 40h/week

Requirement: Citizenship of ESA member state or Associate Members state

Submission deadline:

About SSC Space

Welcome to SSC – Swedish Space Corporation, the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.

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 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 answered yes to the question, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as a Radio Frequency and Spectrum Management Engineer in our Engineer Service Team. We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.

Security

In line with security requirements for the concerned missions of this position, the candidate has to hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

Requirements

• A degree in Aerospace engineering, Telecommunication engineering or in a similar subject
• At least two years of professional work experience in the space communications or spectrum engineering domain
• Deep understanding of satellite Radio‑Frequency communication systems and satellite orbits (non‑GEO orbits)
• Knowledge of link budgets and desirable experience in related applications
• Programming skills in Matlab and/or Python
• Fluent in English, both in speech and writing
• The following skills and experience would be highly desirable:
• Knowledge of ITU regulations and recommendations as well as international standards for Radio Frequency and modulation of satellite systems
• Knowledge of spacecraft operations, ground station operations or advanced spacecraft trajectories (e.g. Lagrangian orbits, Interplanetary…)
• Knowledge of relational database systems, particularly MS Access
• Weekly on‑site presence, relocation to Darmstadt/Frankfurt area

Responsibilities

• Analyze and assess Radio Frequency (RF) interference, handling critical parameters driving RFI studies and ensuring coordination of satellite networks and ground station systems with other operators and planned missions.
• Manage frequency assignments and international coordination, including ITU processes (coordination, delta‑coordination, filing, and licensing of satellite networks and Earth stations).
• Act as technical interface with external stakeholders (e.g. ITU Administrations, mission customers, and external space agencies), providing expert support in coordination processes and regulatory discussions.
• Support regulatory and mission activities by participating in technical meetings, reviewing deliverables, liaising with flight dynamics specialists, and preparing reports and executive summaries for stakeholders.
• Maintain and evolve software tools for ITU procedures, RFI analyses, and frequency management tasks, ensuring system reliability, feature development, and technical follow‑up.

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.

Our Values

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. We help Earth benefit from space. Learn more at sscspace.com

Please submit your application and all supporting documents in English.