Job 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 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 as Fluidic Ground Support Equipment (FGSE) Spaceport Engineer in our team. We are looking for a dedicated personwho shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.  

Responsibilities

To thrive in this role, you have a drive to provide excellence in technical solutions as well as a drive to learn new things. You like technical challenges, collaboration, and teamwork in an international environment. You have some years of experience working with fluid and Cryogenic systems, preferably both hardware and software.

You can describe your designs and ideas to customers and colleagues with the ability to communicate complex technical solutions in an easy and understandable way. As required in the Space business, you can write technical documentation and follow formal processes.  As well as being a hands-on engineer with a taste for practical work on-site.

Requirements

As a FGSE Spaceport Engineer, you play an important role in enabling safe, reliable, and efficient rocket launch operations. You are responsible for the design, development, implementation, and lifecycle ownership of ground systems supporting vehicle fluid and propulsion systems. The role combines hands-on engineering, system ownership, and close collaboration with operations, suppliers, and customers throughout testing and launch campaigns.

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with coworkers and customers to analyze the requirements of ground- and vehicle systems, testing procedures, safety standards, and operational needs. 
• Oversee assembly and integration of systems and components for cryogenic fluids and gases. Coordinate with suppliers, technicians, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate implementation. 
• Have the ownership of systems and subsystems critical to the execution of rocket launch campaigns, resolving issues encountered during the life of the systems. Lead the Concept of Operations definition with the rest of the operational team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical support and guidance related to system usage. Both internally and directly with the end-user/customer on site.
• Continuous improvement of system designs, processes, and workflows to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety. Incorporate feedback from users and stakeholders to drive iterative improvements. 
• Be an active console operator during tests and launch campaign chronologies in the Launch Control Center

Benefits

This is a full-time, permanent position based at our spaceport at Esrange outside of Kiruna.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For questions regarding employment terms or union-related matters, you are welcome to contact our union representatives:
Sveriges Ingenjörer SverigesIngenjorer-AF@sscspace.com
Unionen unionen@sscspace.com

NEXT STEP 

If this opportunity sparks your interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! We review applications continuously and will conduct interviews throughout the process.

You can submit your application up until 2026-08-18, which is the latest possible date for consideration.
Please note, however, that the position may be filled before this date, and the advertisement may therefore close earlier. This allows us to manage the process efficiently and give each application the attention it deserves.

When applying, please include your CV. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process.

This is a security-classified position and will require a background check prior to employment. 

WE HELP EARTH BENEFIT FROM SPACE

SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.

With local presence on all continents and about 800 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions. 

 We help Earth benefit from Space. Learn more at sscspace.com