Ground Segment Architect

Your responsibilities

• Define and maintain the Ground Segment Architecture for strategic satellite programs, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee the design, development, and validation of ground segment infrastructure, including mission control, data processing, and communication systems.
• Provide technical oversight and coordination of external suppliers and subcontractors responsible for ground segment development and integration.
• Ensure compatibility and integration between space and ground segments, collaborating closely with systems engineers and mission operations teams.
• Define and enforce standards and best practices for ground segment software, hardware, and interfaces.
• Work with external ground segment infrastructure providers and understand the interface control documents (ICDs) for ground station integration, ensuring smooth interoperability and compliance with project specifications.
• Define and procure network elements on the client’s side to support the deployment of the ground segment on-site, acting as a Technical Officer in procurement activities.
• Participate in review cycles to validate and verify ground segment readiness, including Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Qualification Review (QR), On-Site Acceptance Test (OSAT), Operational Readiness Review (ORR), and Commissioning Readiness Review (CRR).
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including ESA and Polish space industry partners, to align ground segment development with mission objectives.
• Contribute to risk management, ensuring mitigation strategies for potential ground segment challenges.
• Support mission operations planning and the transition from development to operational phases.

Our requirements

• Master’s degree in Space Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in ground segment architecture, systems engineering, or mission operations.
• Strong knowledge of ground segment components, including mission control systems, ground stations, and data processing infrastructure.
• Experience with ground segment standards and protocols, including ECSS, CCSDS, and network security principles.
• Proven experience in managing external providers and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Familiarity with satellite operations and mission control software such as SCOS-2000, EGS-CC, or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in risk management and system validation processes.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Polish is a plus).
• Experience working with ESA projects or other international space agencies.
• Knowledge of cloud-based ground segment solutions (e.g., CloudFerro, AWS Ground Station, KSAT).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements for ground segment infrastructures.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge space projects and contribute to Poland’s growing space sector.
• A dynamic, innovative work environment with leading experts in the field.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work options and flexible working hours.
• A chance to shape the future of Creotech’s satellite missions and ground segment capabilities.