Satellite Ground and Operations Segment Architect

Strativ Group; Toulouse; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Toulouse is seeking a highly motivated Ground and Operations Segment Architect. This role focuses on designing and developing the ground segment for an advanced In-Orbit Servicing mission. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience and a relevant degree, alongside a strong understanding of ground systems and TT&C procedures. This position plays a critical role in ensuring successful operations and collaboration with international partners.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in ground systems, space operations, or systems architecture for space missions.
• Proven experience with mission planning tools, spacecraft commanding, and telemetry handling.
• Strong knowledge of CCSDS standards and ground interface protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the ground segment including Mission Control Center and TT&C systems.
• Define and validate requirements, interfaces, and functional decompositions.
• Lead development of flight and ground procedures and contingency plans.

Skills

Ground systems expertise

Space operations knowledge

Systems architecture

Experience with TT&C systems

Requirements management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Jama

Job description

Satellite Ground and Operations Segment Architect

Ground and Operations Segment Architect – In-Orbit Servicing Mission

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Ground and Operations Segment Architect to join our team in delivering an advanced In-Orbit Servicing (IOS) mission. This role is central to the success of the program, responsible for the end-to-end architecture, development, integration, and validation of the ground and operations infrastructure supporting on-orbit services such as inspection, life extension, and space situational awareness (SSA).

This is a high-impact position requiring close collaboration with spacecraft teams, mission operations, ground stations, autonomy specialists, and international partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop the ground segment, including Mission Control Center (MCC), TT&C systems, data processing, and ground infrastructure interfaces.
• Define and validate requirements, interfaces, and functional decompositions.
• Produce system-level documentation such as ICDs, CONOPS, and operational workflows.
• Define mission operations concepts across all phases: pre-launch, launch, commissioning, rendezvous, docking, servicing, and end-of-life disposal.
• Collaborate with GNC and autonomy teams to ensure seamless integration with on-orbit autonomous behaviors.
• Lead development of flight and ground procedures, anomaly response strategies, and contingency plans.
• Oversee integration of ground software (MCS, FDS, automation) with simulators and hardware-in-the-loop test environments.
• Define and execute ground validation activities, SVTs, and mission rehearsals.
• Work with spacecraft subsystem leads, ground station providers, software teams, and mission assurance functions to ensure cohesive operations.
• Act as technical liaison with customers and international ground infrastructure partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in ground systems, space operations, or systems architecture for space missions.
• Proven experience with TT&C systems, mission planning tools, spacecraft commanding, and telemetry handling.
• Strong knowledge of CCSDS standards and ground interface protocols (e.g., SCOS-2000, EPOCH, GMSEC).
• Proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama).

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with in-orbit servicing, proximity operations, or autonomous rendezvous and docking.
• Familiarity with ECSS or NASA space mission standards.
• Knowledge of secure ground-to-space communications and cybersecurity best practices.
• Exposure to agile development methodologies, DevOps tools, or cloud-based ground system architectures.

Due to the number of applicants, if you have not heard feedback after 2 weeks of applying, then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful.