Satellite Operations & Mission Control Engineer – Germany | Airbus Projects
- Location
- Germany
- Workplace
- On-site
- Compensation
- €50k – €65k
About this role
Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) a leading company in safety‑critical software for aerospace, defence and transport, is looking for Spacecraft Operations Engineers to join our on‑site teams supporting strategic projects with Airbus in Germany.
📍 Locations include Taufkirchen, Immenstaad and other sites across the country.
Why join us?
💰 Competitive salary: 50,000 – 65,000 €
🏠 Support in finding accommodation and German language training.
📄 Full relocation assistance, administrative support
📦 The company covers your German tax return for the first year.
📌 Permanent German contract + long‑term projects
⚙️ Team-building activities and regular technical follow‑ups
🌍 Multicultural, inclusive, and innovative environment
What you will do
Operate and monitor satellites across all mission phases.
Develop and validate flight procedures and MCS configurations.
Perform mission planning, flight dynamics and verification testing.
Monitor telemetry, investigate anomalies and support contingency operations.
Drive operations automation and system optimisation.
Deliver training, customer reporting and stakeholder coordination.
What we’re looking for:
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or a related field
Relevant hands-on experience in satellite operations, telemetry, flight dynamics, MCS
B2/C1 English Level – mandatory.
B1/B2 German Level – mandatory.
Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.
✈ Ready to take off?
Apply now and grow your career in Germany! 🎯
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