Ground Segment Systems Engineer – EPS-Sterna

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: Expert

Primary Location: DE - Darmstadt - EUMETSAT

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working: Hybrid