Mission Planning Systems Engineer

Description

Start Date: February 2026

Location: GSOC, Gilching, Germany

Working hours: full time, 40h/week

Requirement: EU Citizenship

Submission Deadline: 2026-1-30

About LSE Space

We are an independent provider of space services, covering the entire life cycle of space systems, as the main subsidiary of SSC's Engineering Services. Employing over 190 engineers, we provide services to the international space market, including support for all phases of a space mission or full service, operations, independent consulting and training.

Are you fueled by a passion for satellite operations and ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help Earth benefit from space?

If you answered yes to the question, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as a Mission Planning Systems Engineer.

Security

In line with security requirements for the concerned missions of this position, the candidate has to hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

Requirements

• A degree in Aerospace engineering, Computer science or in a similar subject
• Experience in scripting using Python and VB and willingness to improve and automate workflows
• Database knowledge (MySQL)
• Experience in Windows Server maintenance
• Experience in defining, verifying, and validating (contingency) procedures related to operations
• Fluent in English, both in speech and writing

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• Basic knowledge of operation of spacecraft control systems, Operations preparation and routine operations of LEO satellite systems is preferred
  
  

Responsibilities

Support mission planning activities for different LEO missions in GSOC

• Monitor the computer systems which generate the mission timeline depending on mission Agreements
• Intervene and correct when issues with the system occur
• Coordinate with different teams for any activity out of the nominal (e.g. special activities, tests, etc.)
• Update documentation and procedures for both nominal and contingency situations
• Investigate off-nominal behavior and find solutions
• Regular statistical analyses
• Testing, reporting, and implementation/deployment of new MP application versions, workflows, or operational concepts
  
  

Maintenance of MPS server

• Test, setup, and deploy new operational server versions when necessary
• Monitor server status and react in case of issues
• Continuously improve operational tools

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• Regular archiving of data
• Regular maintenance activities
  
  

Support 24/7 On-Call service on a weekly basis

Benefits

• Thriving Environment: A growing and international environment with diverse backgrounds to learn from, with a lot of social events.
• Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of our relocation support and 30 days of paid vacation.
• Develop yourself: Enjoy permanent employment with diverse opportunities for growth, with our training program and a German language course.
• Well being: Prioritize your well-being with access to our gym program, bike lease program, and company doctor services.
• Supportive Workplace: Experience our open-door policy and ISO 9001-certified workplace, where your voice is valued and your contributions recognized
• Rewards and Incentives: Receive a competitive salary, bonus scheme, deferred compensation scheme and sponsored public transportation tickets.
  
  

Our Values:

Customer Passion - Collaboration - Care - Curiosity - Courage

In particular this means we always put our customers’ needs at the forefront of everything we do. We aspire to a high level of customer passion. Our policy, as a fair and loyal partner, is to focus on our customers’ goals and generate innovative solutions tailored to the project. Collaboration is the key to our success – one for all and all for one. We care for our people and try to make everything happen – for our employees AND our customers. Only with a high employee well-being our success is possible. We are reliable and result-oriented all the way and we always strive to deliver better than expected. This approach is essential for the benefit of both our clients and teams. As a result, we are able to preserve a spirit of trust and fairness between customers, partners and employees.

LSE Space is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please submit your application and all accompanying documents in English.