Spacecraft Operations Engineer (Metop)

We are looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer (SOE) with strong engineering skills and proven experience in satellite operations to support our customer EUMETSAT, based in Darmstadt.

As a full member of our dedicated Metop Operations team, you will deliver state-of-the-art spacecraft operations for the Metop series of satellites within the EUMETSAT Polar System (EPS), supporting the transition towards the next generation EPS-SG / Metop-SG programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute routine and non-routine spacecraft operations, including recovery operations following anomalies

• Investigate spacecraft anomalies, perform trend analysis, and monitor subsystem and instrument performance

• Develop, validate, and maintain flight procedures and operations documentation

• Contribute to the preparation, commissioning, and operational readiness of upcoming missions and activities

• Design and validate innovative operational tools to enhance mission efficiency

• Identify and support the implementation of system and process improvements within the team

• Participate in simulation campaigns, training exercises, and rotational on-call support

Qualifications/Experience

• You hold a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related area.

• You have several years of experience working in spacecraft operations and operations preparation, including ground segment and spacecraft operations validation (e.g. SVTs) and simulations and training.

• You have proven experience with spacecraft mission control systems for Earth observation missions, especially SCOS-2000

• System-level knowledge of ground and spacecraft (sub)systems;

• Teamwork is key: Your positive and professional attitude.

• You have a drive to succeed and a desire to grow professionally.

• Proficiency in Python/ VB, etc.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Negotiation-level proficiency in English