Operations Engineer – SmallSat
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Redu, Wallonia, Belgique
Space Applications Services NV/SA
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PositionAs part of a multidisciplinary operations team supporting ESA's Small Satellites Operations service, the successful candidate will contribute to the day-to-day operations, maintenance and continuous evolution of spacecraft, ground segment infrastructure and mission automation systems for a portfolio of innovative ESA missions including the PROBA programme and future small satellite missions. The role is primarily based on-site at ESEC and includes participation in operational activities, anomaly resolution, system improvements and occasional on-call support.
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Location:
ESEC, Redu (Belgium)
• Start date: January 2027. Tasks and Responsibilities
• Support routine spacecraft operations and mission execution activities for ESA small satellite missions
• Perform mission planning, preparation and execution of operational activities and spacecraft procedures
• Monitor spacecraft health, mission products, telemetry and operational performance
• Analyse and investigate anomalies affecting spacecraft, ground segment or operational services and contribute to corrective actions
• Support operation, maintenance and evolution of mission control systems, databases and operational tools
• Maintain and improve automated operational procedures, scripts and operational workflows
• Participate in testing, validation and deployment of software, infrastructure and operational system updates
• Support configuration management, documentation, reporting and operational knowledge transfer activities
• Interface with ESA engineers, project teams, industry partners and external service providers as required
• Participate in on-call activities and support critical operations campaigns when required. Skills and Experience
• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience in spacecraft operations, mission operations, ground segment operations, satellite communications or other operational engineering environments
• Good understanding of operational procedures, mission execution and anomaly investigation processes
• Ability to analyse technical issues, troubleshoot complex systems and drive issues to resolution
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple operational priorities
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports
• Professional working proficiency in English
• Willingness to work on-site at ESEC Redu and participate in on-call support when required. Are considered as asset:
• Previous experience with ESA missions, mission control centres or flight operations activities
• Knowledge of satellite ground segment technologies and mission control systems such as SCOS-2000 or equivalent platforms
• Experience working with:
• Linux/Unix environments and engineering or operational software systems
• Automation, scripting or software development using Python, Perl, JavaScript, TCL/TK or similar languages
• Network administration, system administration, virtualisation or operational IT infrastructures
• Configuration management, quality processes and anomaly reporting systems
• Working in highly regulated, mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments
• Knowledge of spacecraft databases (ORACLE/MySQL/SQL), telemetry and telecommand systems, or MIB management
• Familiarity with orbital dynamics, mission planning or flight dynamics concepts
• Knowledge of satellite test campaigns, LEOP activities or critical mission operations
• Eligibility to obtain security clearances required for operational activities. Our Offer
• Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
• A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
• A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
• A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
• Working from home in part can be a possibility
• An individualised training and development programmes. Picture CREDIT © ESA-A.
Gonin
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Location:
ESEC, Redu (Belgium)
• Start date: January 2027. Tasks and Responsibilities
• Support routine spacecraft operations and mission execution activities for ESA small satellite missions
• Perform mission planning, preparation and execution of operational activities and spacecraft procedures
• Monitor spacecraft health, mission products, telemetry and operational performance
• Analyse and investigate anomalies affecting spacecraft, ground segment or operational services and contribute to corrective actions
• Support operation, maintenance and evolution of mission control systems, databases and operational tools
• Maintain and improve automated operational procedures, scripts and operational workflows
• Participate in testing, validation and deployment of software, infrastructure and operational system updates
• Support configuration management, documentation, reporting and operational knowledge transfer activities
• Interface with ESA engineers, project teams, industry partners and external service providers as required
• Participate in on-call activities and support critical operations campaigns when required. Skills and Experience
• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience in spacecraft operations, mission operations, ground segment operations, satellite communications or other operational engineering environments
• Good understanding of operational procedures, mission execution and anomaly investigation processes
• Ability to analyse technical issues, troubleshoot complex systems and drive issues to resolution
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple operational priorities
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports
• Professional working proficiency in English
• Willingness to work on-site at ESEC Redu and participate in on-call support when required. Are considered as asset:
• Previous experience with ESA missions, mission control centres or flight operations activities
• Knowledge of satellite ground segment technologies and mission control systems such as SCOS-2000 or equivalent platforms
• Experience working with:
• Linux/Unix environments and engineering or operational software systems
• Automation, scripting or software development using Python, Perl, JavaScript, TCL/TK or similar languages
• Network administration, system administration, virtualisation or operational IT infrastructures
• Configuration management, quality processes and anomaly reporting systems
• Working in highly regulated, mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments
• Knowledge of spacecraft databases (ORACLE/MySQL/SQL), telemetry and telecommand systems, or MIB management
• Familiarity with orbital dynamics, mission planning or flight dynamics concepts
• Knowledge of satellite test campaigns, LEOP activities or critical mission operations
• Eligibility to obtain security clearances required for operational activities. Our Offer
• Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
• A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
• A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
• A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
• Working from home in part can be a possibility
• An individualised training and development programmes. Picture CREDIT © ESA-A.
Gonin