Ground System Engineer & Architect

Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.
With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.
SSC Space also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.
Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth benefit from space?
If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact. We are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage

Responsibilities

• Definition of ground segment design, development and programmatic framework
• Definition and justification of S/S architecture, from concept to detailed design phase
• Definition and control of S/S technical interfaces, internal and external
• Definition and control of system technical budget and margins
• Technical management of Mission Planning, Flight Dynamics, Satellite Control Center, Ground Stations, User Ground Segment
• Technical management of subsystems design activities down to component level
• Competence in communication network protocols, data transfer methods, cloud-based systems

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or comparable degree
• Professional experience of at least ten years in Ground Segment (G/S) engineering projects for space systems, in Phase C/D as mandatory
• Professional experience of at least five years in definition and design of S/S for EO systems for institutional and/or commercial customers
• Strong competences in design and development of EO space
• Experience in the definition, management and traceability of requirements structure with the support of DOORS
• Use of simulation and computing tools for the definition of G/S performances, e.g. STK, Python, MATLAB
• Proven capability to define G/S design throughout the support of model-based methods, techniques and tools (e.g. SysML, UML)
• Sound knowledge of ground system engineering processes, and ground system and software life cycles
• Sound knowledge of relevant ECSS standards
• Excellent conceptual and analytical skills
• Ability to devise creative solutions and think out of the box
• Proven heritage and attitude for problem solving and project team management
• High level of flexibility, willingness to work in international teams and ability to keep tight schedules
• High motivation, proactive working approach and strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills
• Fluency in both spoken and written (Business) English, Italian skills are desirable

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package, recognizing the value of your skills and expertise.
• Unique career opportunities, including the possibility of working in other countries with our SSC Group.
• Personalized training and development programmes.

To be considered for this Position
Prior to 2026-10-31, please apply via our Job Application form.
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