Satellite Operations Specialist Verified today
The Role
As a Satellite Operations Specialist, you will be integral to ICEYE's ability to deliver products and data to customers. You will work closely with other operators on the operations console throughout your shift hours, ensuring smooth operation of our constellation of satellites and providing crucial support for any unexpected contingencies that arise on the fleet or ground systems.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Maintain continuous, high-quality monitoring and control of the satellite constellation during all shifts
- Ensure safe operations, early detection of anomalies, and proper escalation or resolution
- Enhance Satellite Operations by developing and refining procedures, tools, and workflow
- Support fleet maintenance activities and satellite in-orbit testing
- Contribute to mission readiness through simulations and Launch and Early Orbit Operations
- Deliver clear shift handovers, incident reporting, and documentation
- Contribute to seamless 24/7 operations and strengthen team-wide situational awareness and best practices
What We're Looking For
Must Have
- Relevant university degree: Aeronautical Engineering, Space Studies, Applied Physics or similar, or equivalent experience in a similar role
- Attention to detail with excellent ability to focus
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to react fast
- Strong English language skills (both written and spoken)
- Flexibility in scheduled working hours (ability to work morning, evening, and night shifts, 365/24/7 basis)
- Interest in Space Industry and Satellite Operations
Nice to Have
- Space background
- Knowledge about satellite systems
- Knowledge about orbital mechanics
- Familiarity with Linux systems
- Familiarity with Python
- Familiarity with Atlassian Cloud (Jira, Confluence)
About ICEYE
ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. We operate the world's largest synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation. Our near real-time data serves defense, intelligence, security, maritime domain awareness, civil protection, and commercial users. ICEYE is headquartered in Finland with over 900 employees operating globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
Employment Details
- Employment Type: Fixed term
- Workplace Model: Office
- Location: Finland
- Reports to: Satellite Operations Team Lead
- Department: Satellite Operations and Maintenance / Engineering
Employment is subject to applicable security screening (including SUPO, where required).