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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading satellite mission operations, including planning, execution, and delivery of launches and on-orbit activities. Proficient in managing mission operations teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing training programs for operational readiness.
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Satellite Mission OperationsLeadership in Flight OperationsMission Planning ToolsSpace Communication ProtocolsRegulated Environments Experience
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Hard Skills
Aerospace EngineeringSystems EngineeringMission Operations SoftwareGround ControlLEOP ActivitiesEnd-to-End TestingIntegration and CommissioningKPI ManagementCybersecurity Best PracticesSpace Situational Awareness
Soft Skills
Exceptional LeadershipCommunication SkillsCritical Incident ManagementContinuous ImprovementTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
Mission Planning ToolsSatellite Bus SubsystemsTraining SimulationsMission Operations CentresGround Stations
Industry Keywords
NASAESACommercial SpaceITU FilingsFCC Licensing
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of mission operations for satellite launches, LEOP activities, and customer handover
- Oversee spacecraft engineers and operators
- Manage interfaces with launch providers
- Ensure seamless handover of operational responsibilities to customers post-LEOP
- Lead mission operations implementation for satellite launches and on-orbit activities
- Oversee the end-to-end mission lifecycle, including integration, pre-launch testing, end-to-end testing, launch operations, commissioning, and customer handover
- Design and implement customer training and readiness assessments
- Manage mission reviews, including Mission Readiness Reviews, Flight Readiness Reviews, Hand-Over Reviews, and post-mission analysis
- Manage a global network of mission operations centres and ground stations
- Establish 24/7 operations capability with redundancy, resiliency, and secure communications
- Assign KPIs and ensure design, training, and operations support achievement of them
- Ensure mission operations software, procedures, and teams are launch-ready
- Train teams to liaise with and support customers developing their own operations teams
- Collaborate with satellite engineering, manufacturing, software, launch integration, and ground systems teams
- Adapt customer training to customer needs
- Collaborate with international partners, ground station networks, and government agencies
- Recruit, grow, and manage a high-performance mission operations team
- Foster precision, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Develop training programs and simulations for mission team readiness and ongoing certification
- Oversee development and deployment of mission operations software and tools
- Ensure compliance with international and national regulations, including ITU filings, FCC licensing, and space situational awareness protocols
- Implement cybersecurity and secure satellite command and telemetry best practices
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or related technical field
- 10+ years of experience in satellite or space mission operations, including flight operations and ground control
- Proven track record of leading successful satellite missions, from LEO to GEO
- Experience in regulated, mission-critical environments (e.g., NASA, ESA, commercial space)
- Familiarity with space communication protocols, mission planning tools, and satellite bus subsystems
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and critical incident management skills
- Willingness to travel internationally and participate in launch campaigns
- Ability to work across globally distributed teams and facilities
- Security clearance may be required for certain positions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Lunch vouchers
- Events and parties
- Occupational health care
- Additional health insurance
- RunOrbit and climbOrbit activities
- Ping pong and board games activities
- Relocation and integration support into Finnish society
- Challenging but rewarding work environment
- Ambitious and supportive professional network
- Inclusive and diverse team environment