Ground System Engineer & Architect

Description

Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.

With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.

SSC Space also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.

Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth benefit from space?

If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact. We are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage

Requirements

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or comparable degree

Professional experience of at least ten years in Ground Segment (G/S) engineering projects for space systems, in Phase C/D as mandatory

Professional experience of at least five years in definition and design of S/S for EO systems for institutional and/or commercial customers

Strong competences in design and development of EO space

Experience in the definition, management and traceability of requirements structure with the support of DOORS

Use of simulation and computing tools for the definition of G/S performances, e.g. STK, Python, MATLAB

Proven capability to define G/S design throughout the support of model-based methods, techniques and tools (e.g. SysML, UML)

Sound knowledge of ground system engineering processes, and ground system and software life cycles

Sound knowledge of relevant ECSS standards

Excellent conceptual and analytical skills

Ability to devise creative solutions and think out of the box

Proven heritage and attitude for problem solving and project team management

High level of flexibility, willingness to work in international teams and ability to keep tight schedules

High motivation, proactive working approach and strong sense of responsibility

Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills

Fluency in both spoken and written (Business) English, Italian skills are desirable

Responsibilities

Definition of ground segment design, development and programmatic framework

Definition and justification of S/S architecture, from concept to detailed design phase

Definition and control of S/S technical interfaces, internal and external

Definition and control of system technical budget and margins

Technical management of Mission Planning, Flight Dynamics, Satellite Control Center, Ground Stations, User Ground Segment

Technical management of subsystems design activities down to component level

Competence in communication network protocols, data transfer methods, cloud-based systems

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package, recognizing the value of your skills and expertise.

Unique career opportunities, including the possibility of working in other countries with our SSC Group.

Personalized training and development programmes.

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