Ground Operations Engineer Ref.GOE_2026

OHB Italia is seeking for its Satellites & Missions Business Unit in Rome for immediate start

Ground Operations Engineer Ref.GOE_2026

In the frame of the IRIDE Mission, OHB-I operates its Eaglet-2 constellation (8+ satellites) throughout the whole operational life cycle.

We are seeking an experienced Ground Operations Engineer to support the operations preparation and execution.

 Purpose: The GOE provides technical operations support for the ground segment, maintaining communication link integrity and resolving system-level issues in coordination with the GOM and SOEs.

 Responsibilities:

• Monitor ground station telemetry reception and uplink performance in real time.
• Troubleshoot communication issues (RF link, data transfer, network latency).
• Manage system configuration, patching, and operational readiness of mission control infrastructure including MPS (mission Planning System) and FDS (Flight dyanamics system)
• Maintain ground segment logs and support anomaly investigations.
• Assist in the testing and validation of ground system updates.
• Support contingency operations and network recovery.

 Availability Requirements:

• Rotational shift coverage aligned with mission pass schedule.
• On-call availability during all phases of the mission.

Other requirements:

• MSc in Aerospace or Space or Telecommunication Engineering or IT.
• Proven experience – at least 3 years – in ground operations, including direct involvement in LEOP activities.
• Network and system admin, knowledge on mission planning and flight dynamics systems.
• Knowledge of TT&C systems, ground networks, and mission control infrastructure.
• Familiarity with ground segment monitoring and telemetry handling.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in time-critical environments.
• Advanced level of English and excellent communication skills.
• Experience in LEO missions will be a plus.

Additional Assets

• Knowledge of CCSDS Packet Utilization Standard (PUS) rev. A and C.
• Knowledge of Procedure Language for Users in Test and Operations (PLUTO)
• Knowledge of SCOS2000 Database Import ICD.
• Knowledge of Space Link Extension (SLE) protocol.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing and Operations Information System (MOIS) tool suite (nice to have).
• Knowledge of ECSS-E-ST-70C (nice to have).
• Ability to work independently as well as good communication skills.