System Operations Engineer MTG [26036]

CS GROUP, together with HE Space and Sopra Steria, has been successfully providing digital end-to-end systems and engineering services for more than 40 years.
With over 2000 employees worldwide, we combine advanced and unique skills in both information technology and space data engineering. We combine entrepreneurial agility with cutting-edge technological expertise.
CS GROUP is a leading provider of operational systems and an important and trusted long-term partner for space and defence organisations.
At CS GROUP, we are driven by innovation and we value our most important asset: our people.

We are looking for a Systems Engineer with space operations experience or a Spacecraft/Space Systems Operations Engineer with knowledge of the involved space systems.

As part of our System Operations Engineering team, you will have the following responsibilities in the area of operations of systems, including, but not limited to:

• System and Ground Segment Operations;
• Communications & Networks Operations;
• System Monitoring and Reporting;
• Operations Security;
• Operations Infrastructure;
• Operations Training;
• Multi-Mission Tools (such as mass storage and archiving);
• Mission-specific tools; SCOS2000, MTG, MOF, APEX;
• Implementation, verification and operational validation of new operational systems and elements, and their evolution;
• Contribution to the system operations preparation and verification/validation for new satellite systems;
• Provision of support to anomaly investigation;
• Preparation and maintenance of operations documentation;
• Training of operational personnel for system operations;
• Contribution to the definition, development and operational validation of operational concepts for future satellite systems.

You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience:

• A university degree (or equivalent) in an engineering or discipline relevant to the job profile, and/or proven experience in EO ground segments and system operations, preferably in an operational environment;
• At least two years' experience in system operations of Earth Observation missions, preferably in an operational environment;
• At least two years' experience in the system operations engineering of complex EO ground segments, and experience in verification and validation of such systems;
• GEO-specific experience; GEO spacecraft operations (spinning and/or 3-axis stabilized);
• Very good strengths in analysis, synthesis and presentation skills;
• Very good interpersonal, communication and reporting skills and an ability to apply these to the interactions within a team and between teams in a multi-disciplinary context;
• At least two years' experience with UNIX / Linux systems, preferably in an operational environment;
• The ability to learn and develop the needed skills and knowledge to contribute to the operations of the service, including the ability to rapidly absorb and make use of information presented in written and oral communications in a dynamic context;
• Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of another European language is an advantage.

Compliance with the European and US (ITAR/EAR) export control laws.

This job is located in Darmstadt, Germany.

If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send your CV in English to Michaela Stevenson by clicking on the button "Apply for this job" quoting job DE-HP-26036.

An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!

Please note: Due to work permit requirements for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you are eligible to obtain a work permit for Germany

Inclusive and committed employer, our company works every day to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. That's why, committed to gender diversity and overall inclusivity, we encourage all applications and profiles. Last apply date: 13/05/2026!