Mission Control Systems Engineer - Talent Pool

Job Description:

As part of our Ground Segment engineering team, you will work closely with EUMETSAT and industrial partners on the design, integration and validation of the EPS-Sterna Ground Control Segment.

The Mission Operations System comprises:

Monitoring & Control

Mission Planning

Flight Dynamics

Satellite Simulation

Configuration Control

Operations Preparation

As the mission matures, your responsibilities will evolve accordingly, offering continuous technical depth and long-term learning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Take technical ownership within Ground Segment Systems Engineering and coordinate across disciplines

Engineer and integrate Mission Control Systems throughout design, IVV and operations preparation

Contribute to automation engineering, supporting efficient and reliable mission operations

Plan, execute and support integration, verification and validation activities

Support flight control teams and operational users during preparation and critical phases

Why This Role Is Special

End-to-end involvement: from early integration to launch and operations

Direct collaboration with EUMETSAT in a client-facing role

Long-term mission with high operational relevance

Clear career paths into Ground Segment engineering or Mission Operations, depending on your interests

Working Model

Hybrid role: approximately 50% on-site at EUMETSAT, with increased presence during critical activities

Remaining time at our Darmstadt offices or via remote working arrangements

Qualifications & Experience

University degree (or PhD) in Computer Engineering, Data Science or a related discipline

Essential Experience

Several years of experience in Spacecraft Ground Control Systems, including specification, architecture and IVV

Strong experience with ESA Mission Control System environments (e.g. MICONYS-based systems)

Experience in mission automation systems (e.g. MATIS or comparable solutions)

Experience with Ground Facilities or Ground Functional Test Systems

Solid background in integration and verification testing

Excellent communication skills in a multidisciplinary, client-facing environment

Proficiency in English (written and spoken)

Desirable Experience

Knowledge of DABYS

System and software modelling using SysML / UML

Familiarity with Flight Dynamics systems and operational procedures

Experience providing software support to operational users

Seniority:

Primary Location: DE - Darmstadt

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Hybrid Working: