Subsystem Engineer – Data Systems, Operations & Advanced Networking Testbeds

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We are expanding our teams in the space operations sector to take on new and upcoming human spaceflight support projects.

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What challenge will you be taking on?

In our team you will develop and operate mission‑critical ground data systems and advanced SatCom networking testbeds supporting human spaceflight operations at the Columbus Control Center .

Your main tasks will be:

• Operate and maintain the Data Services System (DaSS), ensuring high availability, performance, and robustness in a 24/7 mission‑critical environment supporting human spaceflight operations.
• Monitor system behavior, diagnose complex faults across software, networking, and platform layers, and perform root‑cause analysis to ensure stable and reliable operations.
• Design, implement, and operate SatCom networking testbeds to validate emerging technologies, high‑rate data transfer protocols, and next‑generation space networking concepts.
• Evaluate and prototype advanced communication technologies (e.g., optical communications, DTN concepts, CCSDS‑based protocols) through experimentation and performance analysis.
• Develop automation tools and scripts (e.g., Bash, Python, Java, C/C++) supporting operations, monitoring, testing, and performance analysis activities.
• Support system integration and verification campaigns while collaborating with external partners, maintaining technical documentation, and contributing to knowledge sharing within the Ground Control Team.

What do we need in our team?

We are looking for graduates in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field with experience and interest in System Engineering, Networking, Embedded or Ground Systems.

Here’s what we’re looking for in detail:

• Strong Linux expertise (preferably SLES) and familiarity with high‑availability services.
• Solid programming background in C/C++ and Java, with scripting skills (Bash, Python).
• Experience with networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, routing, WAN/MPLS).
• Understanding of hardware/software interfaces and system‑level debugging.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting mindset across software, OS, network, and platform layers.

We will also value previous experience, and knowledge in:

• CCSDS and Satcom standards, protocols and specifications including CCSDS O3K, ESTOL, DTN, Space Packet, CADU.
• Performance‑critical or low‑latency systems, testbeds, or protocol benchmarking.
• Exposure to SatCom operations, experimental networking, or research‑driven prototyping.
• Bridging operational systems with R&D and future‑oriented technology validation.

What do we offer?

• Hybrid working model and 8 weeks per year of teleworking outside your usual geographical area .
• Flexible start and finish times , and intensive working hours Fridays and in summer.