Ground Segment Systems Engineer
October 8
Description
• We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative professional with proven expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of satellite mission control systems • Work closely with satellite operators, ground segment teams, and satellite development groups to ensure seamless, safe, and efficient mission operations • Design and development of new mission control system components and applications • Active participation in development and deployment activities as required to support operations • Maintenance and enhancement of the existing mission control ecosystem to ensure optimal performance • Scaling the mission control ecosystem to support new satellites and expanding mission needs • Designing and developing operational data archives for effective data management and retrieval • Creating automation tools to streamline and optimize satellite operations • Involvement in ground segment verification activities to ensure the reliability of the ground systems • Participating in mission verification activities to guarantee mission success and safety • Creation and maintenance of detailed technical documentation for all relevant systems and processes
Requirements
• Relevant degree in aerospace engineering, software engineering, computer science, or a related field • 3+ years of experience in satellite operations, with a focus on Earth Observation missions • Strong grasp of systems engineering principles and the space project lifecycle • Proven ability in architectural decision-making, with experience in documentation and clear communication • Deep understanding of Earth Observation mission operations, including operational constraints • Solid software engineering skills in Python, Java, and cloud-based environments (AWS) • Proficiency with databases like PostgreSQL, Git, CI/CD pipelines, and experience with data visualization tools • Familiarity with ECSS standards • Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate proactively • Fast learner, adaptable, and eager to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities • Collaborative mindset, motivated to contribute to and help shape Constellr’s growth • Independent, analytical, and results-oriented, comfortable in distributed teams and experienced with collaborative tools • Fluent in English, with strong written and spoken communication skills • Highly disciplined and ready to take on the challenges of a large-scale mission
Benefits
• An attractive virtual shares package (Virtual Share Option Program) • A company pension scheme (bAV) in cooperation with WWK Lebensversicherung (20% subsidy) for German employees • Flexible working: we support remote or semi-remote working for many of our roles • Work-life balance: we value everyone’s time and respect family or personal commitments • Lovely offices in Brussels, Freiburg, Munich, and Toulouse
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