Orbital Operations Specialist – 24/7 Shifts

ICEYE Oy; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE Oy in Espoo, Finland, is seeking a Satellite Operations Specialist to join the Satellite Operations & Maintenance / Engineering team. The role is fixed-term with an office-based workplace and reports to the Satellite Operations Team Lead.

You will monitor the satellite constellation across shifts, handle anomalies, and help improve procedures and tools while supporting fleet maintenance and in-orbit testing.

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Space studies, or Applied Physics.
• Attention to detail with strong focus.
• Strong problem-solving and fast reaction skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to work 365/24/7 shifts.
• Interest in Space Industry and Satellite Operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous monitoring and control of the satellite constellation during all shifts.
• Detect anomalies early and escalate or resolve.
• Develop and refine procedures, tools, and workflow for Operations.
• Support fleet maintenance activities and in-orbit testing.
• Contribute to mission readiness through simulations and Launch and Early Orbit Operations.
• Deliver clear shift handovers, incident reporting, and documentation.
• Ensure seamless 24/7 operations and strengthen team situational awareness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

English proficiency

Flexibility with shifts

Space industry interest

Education

Aeronautical Engineering / Space studies / Applied Physics degree

Tools

Linux

Python

Jira / Confluence

Job description

ICEYE Oy in Espoo, Finland, is seeking a Satellite Operations Specialist to join the Satellite Operations & Maintenance / Engineering team. The role is fixed-term with an office-based workplace and reports to the Satellite Operations Team Lead.

You will monitor the satellite constellation across shifts, handle anomalies, and help improve procedures and tools while supporting fleet maintenance and in-orbit testing.