G2G Operations Preparation Engineer

Job Description:

We are seeking a G2G Operations Preparation Engineer with strong project management skills and proven experience within the Galileo project to support the G2G program during its critical In-Orbit Validation phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow the development of the G2G infrastructure from a service provision perspective to prepare effectively for G2G operations.

• Participate in all system milestones and lead the review of associated documentation.

• Follow and regularly review the program integrated schedule agreed with the System Design Authority, actively highlighting schedule margins and risks.

• Monitor the links between the project schedule and Customer undertakings.

• Follow and monitor the GALILEO Service Operator activities related to the preparation of G2G IOV operations for both space and ground segments, including:

  • Participation in all operational milestones (OVRR, OVR, ORR, etc.) and review of associated documentation.

  • Participation in SCTC test campaigns and review of associated documentation.

  • Review of regular deliverables from the GALILEO Service Operator.

  • Participation in regular and ad-hoc meetings.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Aerospace or another relevant technical field.

• At least 6 years of professional experience in a service-oriented management role, actively engaging with customers.

• Operations (OPS) experience within the Galileo project, ideally with G2G, including a strong knowledge of deployment and operational needs.

• Capacity to act as an effective interface between ESA and operations teams, with the ability to technically challenge ESA proposals.

• Proven experience in Project Management, including the ability to prioritize different and parallel activities.

• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) with excellent communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving aptitude combined with the ability to work with little or no supervision as a fast learner.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong team-player attitude.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with the current G2G IOV phase, including ground/space infrastructure development, SCTC campaigns, and the upcoming ground segment qualification and operational validation phases.

Furthermore

• Applicants must hold citizenship of an EU member state.

• Please submit your curriculum vitae (CV) utilizing the latest Europass format.

• Candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo a European SUE security clearance (Secret UE / EU Secret).

Seniority:

Senior

Primary Location:

DE - Oberpfaffenhofen - GCC-D

Contract Type:

Employee-Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Onsite