Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation). We work with space technology, launch services and systems used by customers around the world.
With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, spacecraft consulting services, rocket and balloon 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.
Do you want to work with software used in rocket and balloon operations? Are you comfortable with technical systems, troubleshooting and close cooperation with operations and IT?
We are looking for a Software Engineer for our Rockets and Balloons department at Esrange Space Center. The role is practical, technical and closely connected to our launch operations.
As Software Engineer, you will develop, maintain and improve software and operational systems used before, during and after rocket and balloon campaigns.
In this role, you will work with software and systems that support safe and efficient rocket and balloon operations.
We believe you have solid software development experience, work in a structured way and can cooperate with different technical functions.
Additional desired skills include Swedish language skills, experience with C, C++, .NET, C# or Rust, agile methods, test automation, project coordination, a university degree at bachelor level or higher, and leadership experience.
This is a full-time, permanent position based at Esrange Space Center in Kiruna.
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
If you are interested in the role, please apply as soon as possible. We review applications continuously and may conduct interviews during the application period.
You can submit your application up until 2026-10-18, 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 position requires approved pre-employment screening. Standard security level applies, including ITAR approval. Additional requirements regarding citizenship may apply.
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
SSC Space (former Swedish Space Corporation) 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 enable successful space projects within Earth observation, telecommunications, security, meteorology, navigation and positioning, scientific research and other applications.
Among our strongest assets are Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden, set out to be a leading provider of satellite launch services from mainland Europe, as well as one of the world’s largest commercial ground station networks for satellite communications.
