Multi-Mission Ground Station Controller (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

You will provide network and system management services for real-time operations and support Multi-Mission Operations and the associated ground segment as part of a rotating 24/7 shift team at the German Space Operations Center's ground station (ZDBS) in Weilheim near Munich. Your responsibilities include:

• Operating and configuring ground station systems as part of a 24/7 shift team
• Reviewing planning and configuration activities
• Setting up, calibrating and troubleshooting satellite communication links
• Maintaining the operations log and ensuring operational safety and continuity
• Remotely configuring and monitoring TT&C equipment
• Performing and archiving In-Orbit Testing (IOT) measurements
• Operating a User Help Desk and handling user requests
• Configuring and operating complex ground segment systems such as 15-m tracking antennas, up- and down-converters, high-power amplifiers and related equipment
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues within the ground segment and operational software, including the handling of incident reports
• Communicating and interacting with space segment operators and other space agencies
• Supporting key and network management activities, simulations, testing and training
• Creating and maintaining operational documentation
• Supporting the monitoring of ground segment systems, network components and software applications
• Supporting System Engineers in validating procedures and analysing anomalies
• For experienced Controllers: potentially training and supporting new colleagues

Skills and Qualifications

• Technical background in aerospace, communications, IT or another relevant technical field
• Good to fluent German language skills
• Good to fluent English language skills Desirable:
• Good understanding of general IT and networking fundamentals
• Good knowledge of common Windows operating systems and familiarity with Unix-based systems
• Ability to work independently, within international teams and according to general guidelines Additional requirement:
• EU citizenship is required

We offer

• Junior Primary Location:
• DE - Oberpfaffenhofen/Weilheim - GSOC/ZDBS Contract Type:
• Employee-Permanent Hybrid Working:
• Onsite