G2g Operations Preparation Engineer

**Job Description:** We are seeking a G2G Operations Preparation Engineer with strong project management skills and proven experience within the Galileo project to support the G2G program during its critical In-Orbit Validation phase. **Key Responsibilities** * Follow the development of the G2G infrastructure from a service provision perspective to prepare effectively for G2G operations. * Participate in all system milestones and lead the review of associated documentation. * Follow and regularly review the program integrated schedule agreed with the System Design Authority, actively highlighting schedule margins and risks. * Monitor the links between the project schedule and Customer undertakings. * Follow and monitor the GALILEO Service Operator activities related to the preparation of G2G IOV operations for both space and ground segments, including: * Participation in all operational milestones (OVRR, OVR, ORR, etc.) and review of associated documentation. * Participation in SCTC test campaigns and review of associated documentation. * Review of regular deliverables from the GALILEO Service Operator. * Participation in regular and ad-hoc meetings. **Essential Skills and Qualifications** * Engineering degree in Aerospace or another relevant technical field. * At least 6 years of professional experience in a service-oriented management role, actively engaging with customers. * Operations (OPS) experience within the Galileo project, ideally with G2G, including a strong knowledge of deployment and operational needs. * Capacity to act as an effective interface between ESA and operations teams, with the ability to technically challenge ESA proposals. * Proven experience in Project Management, including the ability to prioritize different and parallel activities. * Fluency in English (both written and spoken) with excellent communication skills. * Strong problem-solving aptitude combined with the ability to work with little or no supervision as a fast learner. * Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong team-player attitude. **Desirable Skills** * Familiarity with the current G2G IOV phase, including ground/space infrastructure development, SCTC campaigns, and the upcoming ground segment qualification and operational validation phases. **Furthermore** * Applicants must hold citizenship of an EU member state. * Please submit your curriculum vitae (CV) utilizing the latest Europass format. * Candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo a European SUE security clearance (Secret UE / EU Secret). **Seniority:** Senior **Primary Location:** DE - Oberpfaffenhofen - GCC-D **Contract Type:** Employee-Permanent **Hybrid Working:** Onsite