Operator for the Galileo Reference Center

Qabird; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Qabird is looking for an Operator for the Galileo Reference Center in Noordwijk, Netherlands. The successful candidate will support various GNSS operations and manage lab infrastructure while providing Stand-By Duty services. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree, 3 years of relevant experience, and fluency in English. This role involves both remote support and on-site duties as required. Early applications are encouraged as they facilitate a smoother recruitment process.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Solid experience in GNSS operations or related fields.
• Experience managing GNSS lab infrastructure, including networking and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for GNSS missions and stakeholders.
• Create and maintain operational procedures.
• Support anomaly handling and follow-up activities.

Skills

GNSS operations

Networking

Operational tools

Stand-By Duty service

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job description

Deadline To Apply: 27/05/2026

We are looking for an Operator for the Galileo Reference Center on behalf of and in support to EUSPA for their location in Noordwijk, The Netherlands.

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage).

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:

• Support for non-real time and real-time operations associated to the different missions of the GRC;
• Support for the provision of expertise to external stakeholders, and improvements and deployment of operational tools;
• Support the activities of the different Boards (e.g. ARB), working groups & meetings from an operation perspective;
• Create & maintain GRC operational procedures during their life‑time, contributing to its validation and training;
• Support the anomaly handling process at the GRC. Creation and follow up of anomalies, as well as the documentation of lessons learnt;
• Maintain the configuration and support the evolution of the GNSS lab infrastructure (Networking, PC’s, Laptops, Receivers, Antenna Cabling and process scheduling);
• Support through a Stand‑By‑Duty service for on‑call support with two levels of intervention:
• Remote support: the consultants on Stand‑by Duty will be required to work, outside of working hours, without the need of being physically present at the EUSPA office. This service shall include the performance of ad‑hoc investigation using on‑line tools that can be accessed remotely. This type of intervention shall be provided upon 2 hours notice through mobile call;
• On‑site support: the person on Stand‑by Duty will be required to be physically present at the premises outside of working hours. This service shall include performance of investigation at the premises (e.g. computational resources in the classified area, CLA, of the GRC or specific data store in the GRC archive). It is underlined that, for this level of intervention, access to the premises for the contractor’s personnel shall be ensured by EUSPA (with the presence of a security guard and/ or other EUSPA staff, as necessary each time). This will be done for both safety and security reasons. This type of intervention shall be provided upon 4 hours notice through mobile call;
• Follow up activities with EU MS (FPA);
• Follow up activities for stakeholders (e.g. for civil aviation EASA and EUROCONTROL);
• Follow up other international activities as needed (e.g. UN IGMA TF, whose activities include a detailed analysis of Multi‑GNSS performance).

Early applications are encouraged as they allow for a smooth and efficient recruitment process. Please do not wait until the deadline to submit your application.

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.

Job requirements

We ask that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely, it could result in rejection.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field;
• At least 3 years of relevant experience;
• Solid experience in GNSS operations or related fields;
• Experience managing GNSS lab infrastructure, including networking, hardware, and operational tools;
• Availability for Stand‑By Duty services with both remote and on‑site support capabilities;
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU;
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.

Details

• Noordwijk, Netherlands
• EUSPA