Satellite Ground Operations Manager

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Satellite Ground Operations Manager

Rome (IT)•Italy•Permanent

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Description

Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.

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.

SSC 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.

Are 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?

If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact. We are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.

Requirements

• MSc in Aerospace or Space, Telecommunication Engineering or other relevant studies.
• Proven extensive experience - at least 5 years - in ground operations, including direct involvement in LEOP activities.
• Network and system admin, knowledge on mission planning and flight dynamics systems.
• Strong knowledge of TT&C systems, ground networks, and mission control infrastructure.
• Familiarity with ground segment monitoring and telemetry handling.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams under time-critical conditions.
• Advanced level of English and excellent communication skills.
• Experience in LEO missions.
• On-call availability during all spacecraft contact windows and outside the windows for the system troubleshooting.
• Ensure readiness of backup systems and alternate communication paths.

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn't align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.

Legal and Security Requirements• Applicants must be legally allowed to work in the EU and hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

• Copy of passport and degree(s) certificate.
• Good conduct certificate from the country where currently resident.
• Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference checks.

Responsibilities

The GOM manages all ground segment operations, ensuring continuous and reliable data flow between the spacecraft and mission control systems. The main tasks will be the following:

• Oversee ground network availability, configuration, and scheduling.
• Coordinate with ground stations and network service providers for link availability.
• Supervise the Ground Operations Engineers (GOEs).
• Ensure data integrity across telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems.
• Validate ground segment software updates and system maintenance activities.
• Manage configuration control of ground system elements (servers, interfaces, databases).
• Report on network performance metrics and outages.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package*, recognizing the value of your skills and expertise.
• Unique career opportunities, including the possibility of working in other countries with our SSC Group.
• Personalized training and development programmes.

*Compensation will be commensurate with experience: up to €45K (0-2 years), up to €60K (3-7 years), and up to €70K (7+ years). Final offer will be based on qualifications, skills, and overall fit for the role.

Accordingly, the CCNL Level will vary from level 3 up to level 1, or in some exceptional cases level Quadro.

The salary range advertised reflects our initial expectations for the role and our internal salary scheme. However, we encourage applications from candidates whose experience may fall outside the target profile. Any offer made will be tailored to the candidate's qualifications, professional achievements, technical expertise, and other objective criteria relevant to the position. Salary, benefits, and other employment conditions will be discussed openly during the recruitment process.

To be considered for this PositionPrior to 2026-11-30, please apply via our Job Application form.

SSC Space Italy is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (categorie protette L.68/99 art.1), or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.

Outro

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.

With 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.

We help Earth benefit from space. Learn more at sscspace.com

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