Space Software Systems Engineer

Location:Darmstadt, Germany
Application deadline: 15 April 2025
Reference number: 0217

Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come.

We are seeking a Space Software Systems Engineer to join our team at ESOC’s premises in Darmstadt, Germany.

In this role, you will contribute to Space Weather Space Segment Engineering, supporting ESA in developing work specifications for space segment activities (including satellites and ground segments). You will assist in the preparation of upcoming instrument and satellite mission studies and procurements, providing expert system support throughout all project phases.

About the client and location

The European Space Operations Centre (ESOC) is the European Space Agency’s (ESA) base in Darmstadt, Germany. As the main control centre for ESA, ESOC controls the launch and early orbit phases for their missions. They are also accepted globally for their research into ground system engineering, satellite navigation, space debris studies and more.

Tasks and activities

The scope of work will include:

• Support ESA in preparing work specifications for space segment activities, including satellites and ground segments.
• Assist in the preparation of instrument and satellite mission studies and procurements.
• Provide system expertise for the preparation of space activities across all phases.
• Actively participate in all project reviews.
• Focus on procurement activities, including defining, establishing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining system and interface requirements.
• Support activities related to system aspects and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Review deliverables from industrial activities and provide feedback.
• Assist in subsequent activities arising from system-related reviews and assessments.

Skills and experience

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• University Degree (PhD) or equivalent in Physics or Engineering, or a relevant field.
• At least 5 years proven experience covering the domain of space instrumentation.
• Practical experience in implementing space weather instruments in space missions, instrument performance simulations, and tests.
• Good knowledge of at least one programming language, preferably python or C/C++.
• Experience in space system engineering and related ESA standards.
• Experience in participating in international projects with a clearly defined responsibility area.
• Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment.
• Solution-oriented mindset, with customer-focused communication skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Why should you apply?

• You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe.
• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care, and collaboration.
• Benefits include competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, and ex-service personnel.

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