Ground Segment Systems Engineer – EPS-Sterna

Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany • Posted June 03, 2026

Job Type: Full time
Location: Darmstadt, Hessen
Posted: June 03, 2026
Category: Engineers
Application Deadline: July 13, 2026

Role Description

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...
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