Space OPS Engineer (m/f/d)

Job description

Position Description:

CGI is a European leader in Space Ground Segment systems and services in the domains of Earth Observation, Navigation, Satellite Communications, Space Safety and Mission Operations. We provide critical services and solutions to European & national agencies and institutions, the scientific community, the commercial sector, as well as to the wider public. We are both major contributors to, and act as thought leaders in, a number of key European space initiatives including the Copernicus and Galileo programmes, designing and developing cutting edge solutions for our clients.
The European Space market is dynamic, evolving and rapidly growing. CGI is now looking to further expand our business in this area, building on our 50 year successful heritage.

You will become part of a multinational team supporting on satellite operations. The role is typically performed in a spacecraft operations or mission control environment and may require shift work, on-call support, or participation in critical mission phases outside normal office hours. You have to be open for The engineer may support Earth observation, science, navigation, telecommunications, exploration, or other space missions, depending on program needs.
If you would like to be part of this, then join us and support our project teams in the SPACE division as a Spacecraft Operations Engineer (m/f/d).

Your future duties and responsibilities:

The Spacecraft Operations Engineer (m/f/d) is responsible for preparing, executing, and supporting routine and non-routine spacecraft operations throughout all mission phases, from launch and commissioning to routine operations, anomaly resolution, and end-of-life activities. The role supports safe, reliable, and efficient spacecraft operations for single-satellite or multi-mission environments, working in close coordination with flight control teams, subsystem engineers, ground segment teams, flight dynamics, mission planning, and customer representatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare, validate, and execute spacecraft operations procedures for nominal, contingency, and recovery scenarios.
• Monitor spacecraft health, status, and performance using telemetry, telecommand, and operational products.
• Support spacecraft routine operations, including platform and payload activities as applicable.
• Analyze spacecraft telemetry and operational data to identify trends, deviations, and potential anomalies.
• Investigate spacecraft anomalies, support troubleshooting, and contribute to root-cause analysis and recovery actions.
• Develop, review, and maintain operational documentation, including procedures, operational concepts, manuals, reports, and logs.

• Support mission planning activities and coordinate spacecraft activities with relevant operational interfaces.
• Verify readiness of operational products, command schedules, and supporting ground systems before execution.
• Contribute to simulations, rehearsals, test campaigns, launch and early orbit phase preparation, and mission transitions.
• Interface with ground segment, flight dynamics, software, cybersecurity, subsystem, and mission engineering teams to ensure operational readiness and continuity.
• Support validation of new spacecraft functionalities, software updates, ground segment changes, and operational improvements.
• Participate in shift operations, on-call support, or extended-hours coverage when required by mission needs.
• Ensure compliance with operational processes, mission constraints, quality standards, and customer requirements.
Typical Duties
• Real-time spacecraft monitoring and commanding
• Procedure development and validation
• Operational database and configuration control support
• Anomaly detection and resolution support
• Operations reporting and performance analysis
• Mission timeline and activity preparation
• Support to LEOP, commissioning, routine operations, and disposal phases
• Coordination with internal teams, partners, and customer operations teams.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Those qualified for the role will be proactive, natural problem solvers and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. You will thrive on solving complex tasks in a challenging environment and enjoy supporting your colleagues.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role include:
• Degree in aerospace engineering, space engineering, physics, electronics, telecommunications, computer science, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience in spacecraft operations, satellite control, mission operations, ground segment operations, or a related engineering environment.
• Understanding of spacecraft subsystems such as AOCS, power, thermal, propulsion, TT&C, onboard software, and payload interfaces.
• Familiarity with operational environments, control room practices, and mission-critical procedures.
• Ability to interpret telemetry, assess spacecraft behavior, and react methodically under operational constraints.
• Experience with operational procedures, scripting, automation, or engineering tools used in mission operations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in an international and multidisciplinary team.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
Desirable Qualifications
• Experience supporting different mission phases, including launch and early orbit operations and routine operations.
• Familiarity with multi-mission operations concepts and customer-driven operational environments.
• Experience with mission control systems, telemetry and telecommand chains, monitoring tools, or operations automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of ECSS or comparable space engineering and operations standards.
• Experience in anomaly investigation, trend analysis, and operational reporting.
• Knowledge of Linux, scripting languages, databases, and version-controlled operational environments.
• Experience working with institutional or commercial customers in satellite operations.
Key Competencies
• Operational discipline and attention to detail
• Structured problem solving
• Ability to work under pressure in real-time environments
• Teamwork and coordination across interfaces
• Clear technical communication
• Accountability and reliability
• Continuous improvement mindset

What we offer

CGI offers our employees an exciting and flexible work environment in which to build their careers. This is especially reflected within our Space business which offers a corporate culture built around diverse teams, international collaboration, flat hierarchies and open communication.

CGI’s values emphasise our commitment to work in partnership with our clients by providing objectivity and integrity in all of our undertakings, whilst also delivering quality solutions and services. We also place a strong focus on Corporate Social Responsibility, encouraging and supporting our employees in the continuous improvement of the economic, social and environmental well-being of the communities in which they live and work. This is further reflected in the company’s commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030.

Consistent with our dream of creating an environment in which we enjoy working together, CGI is committed to fostering and maintaining professional workplaces that respect the dignity of all members. CGI is unconditionally inclusive and we are constantly evolving and creating new network that support and promote the richness of our diversity, equity and inclusion across our organization.

In addition to the above, CGI offers the following:
• At CGI, we view our professionals as company owners. A set percentage of your salary can be invested in CGI shares, and CGI matches your contribution, up to a set maximum.
• Flexible working hours and conditions to optimise your work/life balance (35h-40h/week), 30 days of holidays, numerous special leave days (e.g. wedding, birth, relocation, etc.)
• In addition, sabbatical or parental leave is supported.
• Bicycle leasing schemes
• Corporate benefits providing attractive CGI employee discounts from well-known brands and providers.
• A strong focus on continued learning and development
• An exciting, challenging and diverse environment where you can grow your career as part of a great team
• A great corporate culture built around international collaboration, flat hierarchies and open communication
• A company committed to be carbon neutral by 2030 with a strong focus on Corporate Social Responsibility – contributing to the communities we live in.

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

1976 gegründet und nach wie vor familiengeführt, ist CGI heute einer der weltweit größten unabhängigen Anbieter von IT und Business Consulting. Ein hohes Maß an Eigenverantwortung, Teamwork, Respekt und Zusammenhalt machen das Arbeiten bei uns besonders. Bei uns kannst du dein volles Potenzial entfalten!

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