Senior Satellite Ground Segment Engineer

SSC Space; Klaterbuurt; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SSC Space is seeking an experienced Ground Segment Engineer in the Netherlands to assess emerging satellite communication technologies and R&D proposals, acting as the technical point of contact for selected projects.

You will review progress with industry partners, participate in technical reviews, and help identify and prioritise opportunities across a broad range of technologies and organisations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Engineering or a relevant field.
• At least 4 years of industry experience in satellite communications ground segment infrastructure across Physical, Data Link and Network layers.
• Expertise in satellite communication digitalisation: SDR, SDN, containerisation, virtualisation, interoperability solutions, AI/ML.
• Expertise in RF and optical communication systems and networking.
• Knowledge of communication protocols including QoS, security, IP/networking and air-interface techniques.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to discuss complex technical subjects.
• Ability to work independently and in an international, multicultural environment.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Assess emerging satellite communication technologies and R&D ideas with a focus on the ground segment.
• Contribute to the technical assessment and prioritisation of new activities.
• Evaluate industry proposals and technical development plans.
• Follow assigned R&D projects and assess progress against technical objectives.
• Review technical documentation, reports and deliverables.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent & collaborative

Customer-focused mindset

English fluency

Education

Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering

Tools

SDR

SDN

Containerisation

Virtualisation

Interoperability solutions

AI/ML

RF/Optical systems

Job description

SSC Space is seeking an experienced Ground Segment Engineer in the Netherlands to assess emerging satellite communication technologies and R&D proposals, acting as the technical point of contact for selected projects.

You will review progress with industry partners, participate in technical reviews, and help identify and prioritise opportunities across a broad range of technologies and organisations.