REXUS/BEXUS Program Manager – Payloads & Flight Systems
SSC Space · Solna (SE), Sweden ·
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Project management
Welcome to SSC Space, where people, technology and space come together.
Formerly known as Swedish Space Corporation, SSC Space is a Swedish space company with an international reach. We work with space organisations, research institutes, institutional customers and commercial partners, providing specialist expertise across satellite communications, spacecraft consultancy, rocket and balloon systems, and other space-related services.
The REXUS/BEXUS program gives university students from across Europe the opportunity to design and conduct scientific and technological experiments on sounding rockets and stratospheric balloons. Each year, two rockets and two balloons are launched from Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden, carrying experiments developed by student teams.
We are now looking for a REXUS/BEXUS Program Manager to join our Payloads & Flight Systems team. Working alongside the current program manager, you will combine technical reviews, international collaboration and hands-on campaign activities. You will support student teams throughout their projects and help ensure that their experiments are ready for integration, testing and launch.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the next generation of engineers and scientists while taking part in international rocket and balloon campaigns.
Previous involvement in REXUS/BEXUS or another hands-on student, research or educational program is an advantage.
Additional benefits
Location
This is a full-time, permanent position based at our office in either Solna or Kiruna.
Further information
For questions regarding employment terms or union-related matters, you are welcome to contact our union representatives:
Sveriges Ingenjörer: [email protected]
Unionen: [email protected]
Next Step
If this opportunity sparks your interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! We review applications continuously and will conduct interviews throughout the process.
You can submit your application up until 2026-10-13, which is the latest possible date for consideration. Please note, however, that the position may be filled before this date, and the advertisement may therefore close earlier. This allows us to manage the process efficiently and give each application the attention it deserves.
When applying, please include your CV. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process.
This position requires approved pre-employment screening. These controls are based on the role that you will fulfill within the company. Additional requirements regarding citizenship may apply.
We help Earth benefit from Space
SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.
With local presence on all continents and about 800 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.
We help Earth benefit from Space.
Learn more at sscspace.com
Formerly known as Swedish Space Corporation, SSC Space is a Swedish space company with an international reach. We work with space organisations, research institutes, institutional customers and commercial partners, providing specialist expertise across satellite communications, spacecraft consultancy, rocket and balloon systems, and other space-related services.
The REXUS/BEXUS program gives university students from across Europe the opportunity to design and conduct scientific and technological experiments on sounding rockets and stratospheric balloons. Each year, two rockets and two balloons are launched from Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden, carrying experiments developed by student teams.
We are now looking for a REXUS/BEXUS Program Manager to join our Payloads & Flight Systems team. Working alongside the current program manager, you will combine technical reviews, international collaboration and hands-on campaign activities. You will support student teams throughout their projects and help ensure that their experiments are ready for integration, testing and launch.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the next generation of engineers and scientists while taking part in international rocket and balloon campaigns.
Responsibilities
Together with the current program manager, you will:- Participate in the selection of student experiments and conduct key technical reviews, including Preliminary Design Reviews and Critical Design Reviews.
- Review the electrical and software aspects of the student teams’ experiments.
- Conduct Integration Progress Reviews and Acceptance Reviews at universities across Europe.
- Guide student teams and help them develop experiments that are safe and ready for integration, testing and launch.
- Act as Payload Manager during REXUS and BEXUS launch campaigns at Esrange Space Center.
- Coordinate experiment readiness with the Esrange campaign manager and the wider campaign organization.
- Participate in integration and functional testing activities in Germany for the REXUS campaigns.
- Collaborate closely with the program partners: SNSA, DLR, ESA, ZARM, DLR MORABA and SSC Space.
- Support proposals for future program funding cycles and contribute to managing SSC Space’s program budget.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who:- Holds a master’s degree in engineering or has an equivalent technical background.
- Has a good understanding of electrical or software design and engineering.
- Is organized and comfortable coordinating several activities and stakeholders.
- Communicates clearly and enjoys supporting and guiding others.
- Can work independently while collaborating with students, colleagues and international partners.
- Is fluent in spoken and written English.
- Enjoys combining office-based work with practical, hands-on activities.
- Is willing and able to travel regularly within Europe, including during the summer.
Previous involvement in REXUS/BEXUS or another hands-on student, research or educational program is an advantage.
Benefits
We offer you- The opportunity to co-manage one of Europe’s leading student rocket and balloon programs.
- A varied role combining technical work, project coordination, education and launch activities.
- The chance to work with students and partner organizations from across Europe.
- First-hand experience of sounding rocket and stratospheric balloon launches at Esrange Space Center.
- An international working environment based in either Stockholm or Kiruna.
Additional benefits
- In addition to vacation and traditional public holidays, we offer extra paid leave throughout the year, such as time off between Christmas and New Year, Ascension Day, amounting to 6-11 extra days depending on the calendar.
- Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year.
- Health benefits such as voluntary health insurance and regular health checks for eligible employees.
- Access to a benefit bike through a tax-efficient leasing program.
- Support for employee-driven activities that promote connection, health, and culture across teams.
- Collective Agreement, including good pensions plans, parental pay and insurance.
Location
This is a full-time, permanent position based at our office in either Solna or Kiruna.
Further information
For questions regarding employment terms or union-related matters, you are welcome to contact our union representatives:
Sveriges Ingenjörer: [email protected]
Unionen: [email protected]
Next Step
If this opportunity sparks your interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! We review applications continuously and will conduct interviews throughout the process.
You can submit your application up until 2026-10-13, which is the latest possible date for consideration. Please note, however, that the position may be filled before this date, and the advertisement may therefore close earlier. This allows us to manage the process efficiently and give each application the attention it deserves.
When applying, please include your CV. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process.
This position requires approved pre-employment screening. These controls are based on the role that you will fulfill within the company. Additional requirements regarding citizenship may apply.
We help Earth benefit from Space
SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.
With local presence on all continents and about 800 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.
We help Earth benefit from Space.
Learn more at sscspace.com