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Ground Station Engineer

Posted Sep 20, 2026

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VisionSpace Technologies GmbH

Darmstadt

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Salary (estimate)

Broad estimate: €44,000–€58,000/year

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Introduction

VisionSpace is a dynamic and experienced consulting, technology and engineering service business that develops and integrates enterprise-level solutions for Space and Defense. Our team consists of highly skilled professionals focused on delivering smart and reliable solutions in the fields of Aerospace, Cyber Security, Automated Systems and Machine Learning.

Our Motto:Space and Beyond is Our Playground - We empower our customers to shape the future of satellite operations by integrating automation and intelligence into autonomous systems.

VisionSpace is seeking an experienced Ground Station Engineer to join our ESTRACK Engineering Service team based at the European Spacecraft Operations Centre (ESOC), in Darmstadt, Germany.

ESTRACK is the ESA Tracking Network of global ground stations, comprising a wide array of antenna types, i.e. for deep-space and LEO satellite communications. The facilities within ESTRACK require operations engineering services as provided by Station Maintenance and Operations Engineers (SMOE) who are assigned to a ground station facility asset. Station Maintenance and Operations Engineers are responsible for providing engineering services required for their assigned facility asset to prepare and maintain associated antenna facilities during the preparation of new support to the mission and execution (flying) phase.

Responsibilities & Duties

Supporting Radio Frequency Compatibility Test (RFCT) process during the test campaigns
Reviewing the Compatibility Verification Matrix, Test Procedures and test results
Defining and executing the Radio Frequency Compatibility Test plan and production of the Test Report
Maintain a plan of usage of the available NDIU (Network Data Interface Unit)
Support the procurement of the NDIU
Configure and validate the NDIU
Support the NDIU operations
Overall maintenance of the Ground Station configuration
Supporting the station upgrade processes from the review of requirements to the validation and handover to operations

Qualifications & Experience

University degree or equivalent education in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering.
Telecommunication Engineering knowledge, (i.e. RF expertise) including practical experience as RF engineer in ground-station
Ground-Station knowledge (i.e. architecture, subsystem maintenance and operations, incident management, station performance).
Configuration control (i.e. knowledge and experience in configuration management )
Document in production of technical reports reflecting the performed tests and the associated results

Understanding of RF Compatibility Tests
Familiarity with the ESOC environment: processes, configuration control
Familiarity with ground station control processes and set-up
Some experience dealing with external interfaces like M&O (Maintenance & Operations) and industrial suppliers
Familiarity with Ground station maintenance and operations

If you are passionate about advancing technology and ensuring reliable ground station operations, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact program.

VisionSpace Technologies is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

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Job facts

Employer: VisionSpace Technologies GmbH
Role: Ground Station Engineer
City: Darmstadt
Work mode: not stated
Language: English
Seniority: not stated
Posted: Sep 20, 2026
Source: StepStone

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