TGSS is a suite of software applications supporting satellite manufacturers and operators. They support customers for testing during the AIT phase until launch (functional and thermal testing) and for operating spacecrafts (Flight dynamics, mission planning, orbit visualization, large data analysis, mission control, etc.)

As part of our Center of Excellence, we are looking for a Solution Architect to become key member of the team, leading the TGSS technical solution in all its phases.

The Center of Excellence accompanies customers in their project from the design of solutions adapted to their needs, their delivery, installation, the training of personnel using the solutions and as part of the maintenance until project end. The center of Excellence works in close cooperation with the R&D and sales departments to ensure a complete communication loop from the customer to be, to the software developer who will code the required software capability.

Tasks:

After an initial phase-in period to acquire an in-depth knowledge within Terma Group activities, your tasks for supporting the Ground Systems Business Development area will mainly include, but not limited to:

• Understand customer needs and generate the necessary user requirements using current portfolio of products across the entire Space business area.
• Interface with customers to propose during pre-sales activities a solution according to their needs in coordination with the bid manager (proposal technical lead)
• Bridge customer requirements with the current solution and be the advocate both internal and for the customer
• Interface with the R&D department (product owners) and within the center of excellence to convert the solution into development and assembly/testing activities, in coordination with the PM and the local head of R&D.

Qualifications & Competencies

A minim of 10 years of experience in Space Operations (System Engineering, Ground Operations Engineering) with knowledge of OpsPrep

The candidate will have as many competencies as possible from the list below (order is random):

• Experience in operations from the development perspective,
• Experience in operations as operator for a spacecraft or mission
• System knowledge of spacecrafts and their components
• System knowledge of satellite communication between ground station and spacecraft
• System knowledge of satellite navigation

Some experience within spacecraft AIT field would be appreciated.

What can Terma offer

At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm, and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the “best-in-class” solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace.

We offer a friendly, supportive and professional environment that respects your work/life balance.

Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company:

• Great opportunities for training and personal development
• Challenges in advanced technical environment
• International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere
• An employment contract with an attractive package with extra-legal benefits
• Highly competitive salary

Additional information

For further information, please contact Mrs. Raluca Moise #LI-RN, by telephone [+49 6151 860050] or by email [ta.space@terma.com].

To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed please apply through the link below with a Cover Letter and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.

Note:

• Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe.
• Although this position does support some teleworking, the selected candidate will be located near our Terma GmbH facility in Darmstadt, Germany and be expected to work in the office as needed and as appropriate.

Terma

The high-tech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, non-defense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, self-protection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry.

Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S.

The Space Business Area contributes with mission-customized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of in-orbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions.

Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, France, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Romania and the UK.

Starting date: As soon as possible.