Applications Engineer

Join Our Team as an Applications Engineer

What we offer if you join our amazing team:

• Competitive Salary
• Corporate Benefits Package
• Company events
• Access to training

About the Role

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with a rich history of supporting over 50 space missions worldwide, including collaborations with ESA and NASA. We offer space capabilities across the full space lifecycle, from satellite testing to launch services, spacecraft operations, and more. With over 55 years in the space sector, Serco is well-suited to contribute to national strategies and support New Space ventures.

We are seeking an Applications Engineer to work at our Customer’s Site (ESA-ESTEC) in the Netherlands. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the most esteemed space agencies in the world.

Key Responsibilities

As an Applications Engineer, your main responsibilities will include:

• Identification and characterization of new services and applications exploiting current and next-generation space systems (e.g., Satcom, Earth Observation, and Satellite Navigation) and their integration in non-space domains.
• Assessment of the technical and operational requirements applicable to space-based applications and their integration with terrestrial solutions in an end-to-end context.
• Evaluation of industrial proposals.
• Engagement with industry, operators, application providers, and user communities to develop, validate, and promote the utilization of space-based assets.
• Development and implementation of methodologies and tools for assessing the end-to-end performance of multimedia applications.
• Analysis and assessment of the business and regulatory aspects associated with the launch and commercial operations of satellite-based applications and services.

About You

Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below the experience and knowledge you should bring:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering from a relevant domain.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience, including work in the space industry (experience in the NewSpace industry is a plus).
• Sound knowledge of the overall space applications market and specific experience in specifying, developing, evaluating, and promoting applications using satellites.
• Experience with satellite and terrestrial systems requirements analysis, design, implementation, operations, and associated management experience.
• Familiarity with downstream space services, applications, and relevant technologies (i.e., satellite communications, navigation, and earth observation) is an asset.
• Good business acumen is an asset.
• Experience in evaluating proposals and with space (application) projects feasibility studies.
• Knowledge of ESA and various TIA space applications and ESA S2 programs is considered an asset.
• Excellent analytical skills and high-level document drafting proficiency.
• Comfortable working in a diverse and multinational team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, along with high organizational and communication abilities.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken; knowledge of another EU member state language is an asset.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

About Serco

Why should you join Serco?

• Meaningful and vital work - You’ll contribute to important challenges, and your achievements will be recognized and celebrated.
• A world of opportunity - You’ll be supported wholeheartedly with development and career progression.
• Great people - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team that passionately values our work. We are a company that prioritizes diversity and inclusion.

Our Presence in Europe

Serco Europe has operated in the Netherlands and Spain for the past 30 years, primarily in the field of Space. We have a long history of partnership and trust with the European Space Agency (ESA). In both countries, Serco proudly delivers high-caliber people and services at ESTEC (ESA’s technology and engineering hub) and ESAC (ESA’s Astronomy and Science center).

At the heart of our business, Serco Netherlands and Spain source, train, care for, and support employees, enabling them to better pursue their dreams in the Space industry while excelling in the delivery of essential public services.

Important Information:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. You will be requested to provide such documentation during the recruitment process.

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