Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment (GSIE) Technical Lead

SSC Space; Kiruna kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness allowance

Health checks

Private health insurance

Bike leasing

Pensions

Job summary

SSC Space in Sweden is seeking a Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment (GSIE) Technical Lead to deliver ground station and antenna infrastructure, and provide technical guidance for project execution. Based in Solna, Kiruna, or Esrange, you will coordinate with international partners, support procurement, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and take on increasing leadership as experience grows.

This role offers an exciting, international environment with opportunities to influence

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with wireless/satellite communications design.
• Experience with requirements definition, design coordination, verification, and delivery.
• Ability to coordinate suppliers across locations/time zones.
• Understanding of safety, regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Project or JIRA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support specification, procurement, design, construction of satellite ground station infrastructure.
• Maintain documentation to support handover and operations.
• Support site selection, licensing, and infrastructure development.
• Provide engineering support to PMs to meet schedule, cost, and quality.
• Contribute to procurement activities and supplier evaluation.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and international partners.
• Ensure safety, regulatory and sustainability compliance across projects.
• Support business development: proposals, bids, and evaluations.
• Take on increasing responsibility and technical leadership.

Skills

Ground systems

Satellite communications

Project management

Vendor coordination

Technical leadership

English communication

International travel

Education

Engineering degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

Description

SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation) is a leading global provider of advanced space services with more than 50 years of experience.

We offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, spacecraft consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, and more. We also own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, and maintain one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications.

Role Overview

As Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment (GSIE) Technical Lead in our Connect team, you will deliver new ground station and antenna infrastructure and provide technical guidance to support successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the specification, procurement, design, construction, and verification of satellite ground station infrastructure and antenna systems.
• Ensure technical and operational documentation is developed and maintained to support system handover and ongoing operations.
• Support site selection, licensing, and infrastructure development activities.
• Provide engineering support to project managers to help achieve schedule, cost, and quality objectives.
• Contribute to procurement activities, including supplier and contractor evaluation and selection.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and international partners to support successful project execution and delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and sustainability requirements across all project activities.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, bid support, and technical evaluations.
• Take on increasing responsibility and technical leadership as experience and expertise grow.

Requirements

• Engineering degree in Satellite Communications, Telecommunications, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with, or exposure to, the design of wireless telecommunications, satellite communications, payloads, or radio telescope systems.
• Experience with requirements definition, design coordination, verification, and delivery of communication systems.
• Ability to coordinate suppliers and stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones.
• Understanding of relevant international legal, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA) is advantageous.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, able to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and project delivery in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communicator and problem solver with proven negotiation skills, able to translate complex technical issues into business, cost, and risk impacts while driving continuous improvement.

Desired Skills And Background

• Design and development of satellite ground stations, full motion antenna systems, radomes.
• Construction and refurbishment of ground station infrastructure and ancillary systems, including in greenfield and polar locations.
• Hands‑on experience with test instrumentation, antenna and RF system testing.
• Familiarity with standards such as ECSS, CCSDS, ITU, IEC.
• Experience with technical project management.
• Ability to work independently and take increasing responsibility.

Benefits

• A unique opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and play an active role in both the Swedish and international space industry.
• An excellent opportunity for personal and career development.
• An exciting, international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world.

Additional Benefits

• In addition to vacation and traditional public holidays, we offer extra paid leave throughout the year.
• Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year.
• Health benefits such as voluntary health insurance and regular health checks for eligible employees.
• Access to a benefit bike through a tax‑efficient leasing program.
• Support for employee‑driven activities that promote connection, health, and culture across teams.
• Collective Agreement, including good pensions plans, parental pay and insurance.

Location

This is a full‑time, permanent position based at our office in either Solna, Kiruna or Esrange.