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With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, spacecraft consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, and much more. \nSSC 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.\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 answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as optical communications engineer in our team. We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.\nAs an Optical Communications Engineer you will join our multidisciplinary optical team and contribute to developing satellite data services based on free-space optical communications. You will support system development, integration, testing and operational deployment, working across ground stations, spacecraft interfaces and customer missions.\nResponsibilities\nIn your role as Optical Communications Engineer you are responsible for supporting the development, integration, and demonstration of SSC Space’s optical ground network services, contributing to both operational deployment and future service development. You operate within the Optical Program and support ongoing projects such as demonstration missions, ground station development, and network integration, while also exploring new applications such as deep-space optical communications and quantum technologies and providing technical support to the business developments. The main responsibilities include performing in-depth technical analyses of optical communication systems, including link performance and operational requirements, site surveys and environmental assessments, orbit analysis and mission geometry, end-to-end system and subsystem testing and network integration. \nThe role also entails collaboration and interactions with internal and external partners and participation in technical discussions, workshops and project meetings, as well as on-site work of the SSC Space optical ground stations at the OGS sites (e.g. Australia and Chile) on occasion. Documentation and reporting of the work, tests and outcome are a part of the general responsibilities of the role.\nRequirements\nMSc (or equivalent background) in aerospace engineering, engineering physics, electrical engineering, optical communications or a related field.\nExperience in system engineering methods (requirements, interfaces, verification) and end-to-end system thinking. \nAbility to perform system-level analysis, requirements analysis and trade-offs.\nProven ability for problem solving, working with conflicting deadlines both individually and in a team environment to achieve program goals, with ability to prioritise work and deliver clear documentation (such as technical reports) on time. \nFluency in English, both written and spoken.\nApplicants must be legally allowed to work in the EU and hold a European citizenship. Swedish citizenship is an advantage. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.\nIn addition, experience with free-space optical communication systems, space systems and ground segment architectures, as well as RF or optical link budget and performance analysis is highly beneficial. Knowledge of network protocols and distributed system architectures is also considered an advantage. You should be able to work effectively both independently and in collaboration with others.\nBenefits\nWe offer you \nA unique opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and play an active role in both the Swedish and international space industry.\nAn excellent opportunity for personal and career development.\nAn exciting, international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world. \nAdditional benefits \nIn addition to vacation and traditional public holidays, we offer extra paid leave throughout the year, such as time off between Christmas and New Year, Ascension Day, amounting to 6-11 extra days depending on the calendar. \nWellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year.\nHealth benefits such as voluntary health insurance and regular health checks for eligible employees. \nAccess to a benefit bike through a tax-efficient leasing program.\nSupport for employee-driven activities that promote connection, health, and culture across teams.\nCollective Agreement, including good pensions plans, parental pay and insurance.\nLocation \n This is a full-time, permanent position based at our office in Solna.\nFurther information \n For questions regarding employment terms or union-related matters, you are welcome to contact our union representatives: \nSveriges Ingenjörer:  \nUnionen: \nNext Step \n If this opportunity sparks your interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! We review applications continuously and will conduct interviews throughout the process. \nYou can submit your application up until 2026-11-22, which is the latest possible date for consideration. Please note, however, that the position may be filled before this date, and the advertisement may therefore close earlier. This allows us to manage the process efficiently and give each application the attention it deserves. \nWhen applying, please include your CV. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process. \nAs part of our recruitment process, all candidates selected for employment undergo a background check and security screening.\nWe help Earth benefit from Space \n 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 800 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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