Ground Operations Engineer Ref.GOE_2026

OHB Italia is seeking for its Satellites & Missions Business Unit in Rome for immediate start

Ground Operations Engineer Ref.GOE_2026

Purpose:

The GOE provides technical operations support for the ground segment, maintaining communication link integrity and resolving system-level issues in coordination with the GOM and SOEs.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor ground station telemetry reception and uplink performance in real time.
• Troubleshoot communication issues (RF link, data transfer, network latency).
• Manage system configuration, patching, and operational readiness of mission control infrastructure including MPS (mission Planning System) and FDS (Flight dyanamics system).
• Maintain ground segment logs and support anomaly investigations.
• Assist in the testing and validation of ground system updates.
• Support contingency operations and network recovery.

Availability Requirements:

• Rotational shift coverage aligned with mission pass schedule.
• On-call availability during all phases of the mission.

Other requirements:

• MSc in Aerospace or Space or Telecommunication Engineering or IT .
• Proven experience – at least 3years – in ground operations , including direct involvement in LEOP activities .
• Network and system admin , knowledge on mission planning and flight dynamics systems .
• Knowledge of TT&C systems , ground networks , and mission control infrastructure .
• Familiarity with ground segment monitoring and telemetry handling .
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in time-critical environments .
• Advanced level of English and excellent communication skills .
• Experience in LEO missions will be a plus.

Additional Assets

• Knowledge of CCSDS Packet Utilization Standard (PUS) rev. A and C.
• Knowledge of Procedure Language for Users in Test and Operations (PLUTO)
• Knowledge of SCOS2000 Database Import ICD.
• Knowledge of Space Link Extension (SLE) protocol.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing and Operations Information System (MOIS) tool suite (nice to have).
• Knowledge of ECSS-E-ST-70C (nice to have).
• Ability to work independently as well as good communication skills.