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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.\nSSC 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.\nAre 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?\nIf you answered yes to the question, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as a Ground Controller. We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage. In this team you will be supporting the operations of the Columbus module aboard the International Space Station (ISS) from the German Space Operations Center (GSOC). In this role, you will contribute to the continuous operation of critical ground systems that enable human spaceflight missions. Working closely with international partners, including NASA and ESA, you will play an active part in mission execution, operational preparation, and ground segment support.\nSecurity:\nIn line with security requirements for the concerned missions of this position, the candidate has to hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.\nResponsabilidades\nKey ResponsibilitiesExecute real-time ground segment operations in accordance with approved timelines, operational procedures, and flight rules.\nCoordinate operational activities with the Columbus Flight Control Team, subsystem engineers, and international partners.\nSupport critical mission events, including spacecraft docking, undocking, and other ISS operations.\nMonitor and manage ground services, communication links, and operational resources.\nOperate and supervise data, voice, video, and mission support systems.\nMaintain operational logs, contribute to mission, and increment reporting.\nProvide continuous support for 24/7 operational activities (shift work).\n\nOperations PreparationSupport the definition, implementation, and evolution of ground segment capabilities for ISS increment activities.\nPrepare and deliver training sessions related to ground segment operations and systems.\nDevelop, validate, and maintain operational procedures and documentation.\nCoordinate system and interface modifications with relevant stakeholders.\nPlan, execute, and document interface tests, simulations, and operational rehearsals.\nSupport Test Readiness Reviews and other operational certification activities.\n\nGround Segment Support and TroubleshootingPerform first-level troubleshooting of ground segment anomalies and operational issues.\nInvestigate, track, and process operational incident tickets.\nProvide technical support to ESA ground segment users and operational teams.\nContribute to service restoration and anomaly resolution activities in a real-time operational environment.\n\nRequisitos\nUniversity degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related discipline, or relevant professional experience in ground segment operations.\nSystem-oriented mindset with the ability to understand complex technical environments.\nAbility to work effectively in an international, multidisciplinary team.\nGood communication skills and fluency in English.\nWillingness to work in a rotating 24/7 shift environment, including weekends and public holidays.\nExperience in spacecraft, mission control, ground segment, or satellite operations.\nFamiliarity with operational procedures, anomaly handling, and real-time decision-making processes.\nExperience working with mission-critical systems and communication networks.\nKnowledge of ISS, human spaceflight, or ESA operational environments.\nGerman language skills are a plus\nBeneficios\nWhat we offer:Thriving Environment: A growing and international environment with diverse backgrounds to learn from, with a lot of social events.\nWork-Life Balance: Take advantage of our relocation support and 30 days of paid vacation.\nDevelop yourself: Enjoy permanent employment with diverse opportunities for growth, with our training program and a German language course.\nWell being: Prioritize your well-being with access to our gym program, bike lease program, and company doctor services.\nSupportive Workplace: Experience our open-door policy and ISO 9001-certified workplace, where your voice is valued and your contributions recognized\nRewards and Incentives: Receive a competitive salary, bonus scheme, deferred compensation scheme and sponsored public transportation tickets.\nOur Values:SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.\nWith local presence on all continents and about 750 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.\nWe help Earth benefit from space. 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