Description
Intro
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 as Spacecraft Operations Manager. We are looking for a dedicated Spacecraft Operations Manager who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.
Requirements
Requirements
* MSc in Aerospace or Space, Telecommunication Engineering or other relevant studies.
* Proven extensive experience – at least 5 years – in flight operations, including direct involvement in LEOP and commissioning activities.
* Strong knowledge of satellite subsystems.
* Familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning tools and ground control systems.
* Experience in telemetry analysis and anomaly resolution.
* Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams under time-critical conditions.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Advanced level of English.
* Experience in LEO missions will be a plus.
* Core business hours presence required.
* On-call 24/7 during critical mission phases (launch, commissioning) and routine.
Legal and Security Requirements
* Applicants must be legally allowed to work in the EU and hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
* Copy of passport and degree(s) certificate.
* Good conduct certificate from the country where currently resident.
* Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference checks.