Space Systems Engineer, Space Operations Verified today
About the Role
The Space Operations team maintains and optimizes Planet's Earth observation satellite constellation. You'll develop and maintain critical software, transform large datasets into actionable metrics, and support daily satellite operations across a team spanning North America and Berlin.
As a Space Systems Engineer, you'll conduct fleet checks, debug anomalies, run on-orbit experiments, test and deploy software on the ground and in orbit, and commission satellites. You'll work closely with hardware and software experts to resolve issues, enhance services, and provide operational insights to shape next-generation spacecraft.
What You'll Own
- Develop and maintain real-time, mission-critical software solutions for satellite operations
- Conduct daily fleet checks, debug on-orbit satellite anomalies, and support On-Call shifts
- Test and deploy flight software upgrades and perform on-orbit experiments
- Create and maintain operational procedures
- Analyze data to identify issues and inefficiencies in the full stack of services
- Drive improvements to fleet capacity and productivity through process enhancements
- Provide feedback to launch, manufacturing, and spacecraft engineering teams based on on-orbit performance
- Shape operational strategies for next-generation spacecraft
What You Bring
- 2+ years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in software development, particularly in Python or similar languages
- Data-driven mindset with experience in statistical analysis
- Familiarity with the space environment and its challenges
- Proactive approach to engineering and problem-solving
- Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills within a technical team
- Professional working proficiency in English
What Makes You Stand Out
- Hands-on experience operating spacecraft or remote systems
- Experience with spacecraft propulsion and guidance, navigation, and control systems
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing infrastructures
- Experience with Agile software development
- Experience with DevOps tools and practices (Git, GitLab, Docker, Jenkins, Bash, Linux, CI/CD, Sentry, Datadog)
- Familiarity with automation and optimization tools
- Contributions to open-source software projects
Employment Details
This is a full-time, hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the Berlin office.
This position requires access to U.S. and German/EU export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon your ability to access applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing required by German, EU, or U.S. authorities.
Compensation
Expected starting gross salary range: €48,100 to €60,100 EUR. Individual placement within this range is determined based on skills, qualifications, and professional experience. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or equity.
Benefits
- Paid time off including vacation, holidays and company-wide days off
- Employee Wellness Program
- Home Office Reimbursement
- Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
- Equity
- Volunteering Paid Time Off