Mission Control Systems Engineer - Talent Pool

**Job Description:** As part of our Ground Segment engineering team, you will work closely with EUMETSAT and industrial partners on the design, integration and validation of the EPS-Sterna Ground Control Segment. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Mission Operations System comprises: ---------------------------------------- * Monitoring & Control * Mission Planning * Flight Dynamics * Satellite Simulation * Configuration Control * Operations Preparation As the mission matures, your responsibilities will evolve accordingly, offering continuous technical depth and long-term learning opportunities. **Key Responsibilities** * Take technical ownership within Ground Segment Systems Engineering and coordinate across disciplines * Engineer and integrate Mission Control Systems throughout design, IVV and operations preparation * Contribute to automation engineering, supporting efficient and reliable mission operations * Plan, execute and support integration, verification and validation activities * Support flight control teams and operational users during preparation and critical phases **Why This Role Is Special** * End-to-end involvement: from early integration to launch and operations * Direct collaboration with EUMETSAT in a client-facing role * Long-term mission with high operational relevance * Clear career paths into Ground Segment engineering or Mission Operations, depending on your interests **Working Model** * Hybrid role: approximately 50% on-site at EUMETSAT, with increased presence during critical activities * Remaining time at our Darmstadt offices or via remote working arrangements **Qualifications & Experience** * University degree (or PhD) in Computer Engineering, Data Science or a related discipline **Essential Experience** * Several years of experience in Spacecraft Ground Control Systems, including specification, architecture and IVV * Strong experience with ESA Mission Control System environments (e.g. MICONYS-based systems) * Experience in mission automation systems (e.g. MATIS or comparable solutions) * Experience with Ground Facilities or Ground Functional Test Systems * Solid background in integration and verification testing * Excellent communication skills in a multidisciplinary, client-facing environment * Proficiency in English (written and spoken) **Desirable Experience** * Knowledge of DABYS * System and software modelling using SysML / UML * Familiarity with Flight Dynamics systems and operational procedures * Experience providing software support to operational users **Seniority:** Expert **Primary Location:** DE - Darmstadt **Contract Type:** **Hybrid Working:** Hybrid