Spacecraft Operations Engineer (Copernicus Team - CO2M)

Job Description:

We are recruiting a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to join our Copernicus Operations Engineering team, working on-site at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt in support of the CO2M mission. This is a unique opportunity to operate a next-generation Copernicus satellite dedicated to tracking man-made CO₂ and NO₂ emissions from space. If you are ready to put your spacecraft operations expertise to work for real-world climate action and help make our planet a better place for future generations, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Experience & Mission Background

• Several years of hands-on experience in spacecraft operations, with a strong focus on LEO missions across all operational phases

• Demonstrated experience in Operations Preparation (OPS Prep) — developing, validating, and maintaining Flight Operations Procedures (FOPs) and operational baselines

AOCS & Payload

• Good expertise in Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS)

• Hands-on experience with payload instrument operations i.e characterisation, calibration, and performance verification

Ground Segment & Tools

• Proficient in spacecraft simulator operations for procedure validation and training campaigns

• Strong working knowledge of ground segment monitoring and control systems

• Skilled in SCOS-2000, CCSDS and ECSS standards, and file-based operations

Programming & Automation

• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and SQL for operational automation, data trending, and performance analysis

• Experience applying scripting to streamline routine operations and support mission analysis

Soft Skills & Communication

• Fluent in English — written and spoken — with strong cross-functional communication skills

• Effective collaborator across spacecraft engineering, mission analysis, and external partner teams

• Proven ability to work independently and within multinational, distributed teams

Seniority: Expert

Primary Location: DE - Darmstadt - EUMETSAT

Contract Type: Employee-Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite