Job Description

Start Date January 2027
Location Darmstadt, Germany
Working hours Full time, 40h/week 
Requirement EU citizenship 
Submission deadline 2026-08-31

About SSC Space:

Welcome to SSC Space - 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 a Operations Tools Engineer! We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage to join our Team.  

Security:

In line with security requirements for the concerned missions of this position, the preference is that the candidate should hold an EU citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess relevant inputs for the preparation of RF Compatibility Tests and support their execution, in coordination with the engineering teams.
• Monitor and ensure that the RF compatibility tests are executed as per agreed plan and procedures.
• Define, implement and document RF documentation such as validation test plans, procedures and reports after the test campaign.
• Support the provision of RF consultancy during the preparation of a mission, including link budget calculation and analysis and Ground Station configuration assessment.
• Analyze the requirements for upgrading an existing subsystem or installing a new one at a ground station.
• Conduct test campaigns for the validation of a given subsystem at the ground station in close coordination with the maintenance and operations team and the Ground Station engineers.
• Supervise and provide training sessions for other team members.

Requirements

• A degree in Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Knowledge of TT&C systems, ground networks, and mission control infrastructure.
• Familiarity with ground segment monitoring, telemetry handling, mission readiness testing and validation campaigns.
• Understanding of CCSDS/ECSS RF standards.
• Solid knowledge of RF comms and protocol stacks.
• Experience with S/X/Ka-band operations and link budgets.
• Fluent in English, both in speech and writing.

Benefits

What we offer:

• Thriving Environment A growing and international environment with diverse backgrounds to learn from, with a lot of social events.
• Work-Life Balance Take advantage of our relocation support and 30 days of paid vacation.
• Develop yourself Enjoy permanent employment with diverse opportunities for growth, with our training program and a German language course.
• Well being Prioritize your well-being with access to our gym program, bike lease program, and company doctor services.
• Supportive Workplace Experience our open-door policy and ISO 9001-certified workplace, where your voice is valued and your contributions recognized
• Rewards and Incentives Receive a competitive salary, bonus scheme, deferred compensation scheme and sponsored public transportation tickets.

Our Values:

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 750 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 
📌 Please submit your application and all supporting documents in English.