constellr is hiring a
Ground Segment Systems Engineer

Summary

Join a fast-growing, diverse team with a strong drive for positive change at constellr, where you'll play a critical role in responding swiftly to the needs of satellite operations teams and ensuring the uninterrupted and secure operation of missions.

Requirements

• Relevant degree in aerospace engineering, software engineering, computer science, or a related field
• Experience in satellite operations, with a focus on Earth Observation missions
• Strong grasp of systems engineering principles and the space project lifecycle
• Proven ability in architectural decision-making, with experience in documentation and clear communication
• Deep understanding of Earth Observation mission operations, including operational constraints
• Solid software engineering skills in Python, Java, and cloud-based environments (AWS)
• Proficiency with databases like PostgreSQL, Git, CI/CD pipelines, and experience with data visualization tools
• Familiarity with ECSS standards
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate proactively
• Fast learner, adaptable, and eager to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities
• Collaborative mindset, motivated to contribute to and help shape Constellr’s growth
• Independent, analytical, and results-oriented, comfortable in distributed teams and experience with collaborative tools
• Fluent in English, with strong written and spoken communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design and development of new mission control system components and applications
• Active participation in development and deployment activities as required to support operations
• Maintenance and enhancement of the existing mission control ecosystem to ensure optimal performance
• Scaling the mission control ecosystem to support new satellites and expanding mission needs
• Designing and developing operational data archives for effective data management and retrieval
• Creating automation tools to streamline and optimize satellite operations
• Involvement in ground segment verification activities to ensure the reliability of the ground systems
• Participating in mission verification activities to guarantee mission success and safety
• Creation and maintenance of detailed technical documentation for all relevant systems and processes

Benefits

• An attractive virtual shares package (Virtual Share Option Program)
• A company pension scheme (bAV) in cooperation with WWK Lebensversicherung (20% subsidy) for German employees
• Flexible working: we support remote or semi-remote working for many of our roles
• Work-life balance: we value everyone’s time and respect family or personal commitments. We support you to be as productive as you can in the time you have