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SWISSto12 is one of the world’s fastest-growing aerospace companies, evolving from its pioneering use of 3D printing technologies for high-performance Radio Frequency (RF) products and applications to recently announcing the manufacture of entire geostationary telecom satellites, called HummingSat, that define a new category in space.

HummingSat is the world’s first commercial telecom GEO SmallSat developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA). Its uniquely compact size combined with highly capable telecom payloads allows telecommunications operators to deploy a cost-efficient, compact and agile asset without sacrificing performance or security. HummingSat has recently been selected by Inmarsat to build three I-8 satellites and in 2022 by Intelsat to build the IS-45 satellite.

SWISSto12 is also a leading provider of Radio-Frequency (RF) products and sub-systems. The company’s patented 3D printing technologies and associated product designs are unique to deliver lightweight, compact, highly performing, and competitive RF products.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Development Engineer to join our development and customer programs for our HummingSat GEO satellite product line. If you are looking for position where you can play an active role in contributing to innovative and growing company, this role is for you.

In this role, you will be responsible for the following functions:

• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based software tools for satellite flight operations, including mission planning, telemetry processing, and control functions.
• Integrate and automate ground systems, enabling seamless communication between mission control, terrestrial antennas, and spacecraft subsystems.
• Develop and manage spacecraft databases, ensuring accurate configuration and real-time access to critical satellite parameters and telemetry data.
• Implement and maintain telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) software solutions for monitoring and commanding spacecraft throughout their lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and deploy Python-based microservices as part of a cloud-based mission control architecture.
• Develop scripts and algorithms to automate spacecraft operational procedures, including anomaly detection, orbital adjustments, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure robust data handling, including logging, storage, and visualization of spacecraft telemetry for operational insights.
• Support the integration of existing and new software tools into mission control systems and ground infrastructure for continuous operational efficiency.
• Assist in the validation, testing, and documentation of Python-based software tools to meet operational and mission-critical requirements.

Required experience and competencies:

• Minimum of 9 years of experience in software engineering, with specific expertise in ground systems operations.
• Real-world experience with satellite ground systems operations.
• Extensive experience with testing and integrating satellite ground software systems.
• Demonstrated ability to know when and how to trade-off and optimize performance, resolve complex technical problems, manage technical work with partners, conduct technical development projects.
• Familiarity with space protocols, specifically CCSDS.
• Good understanding of end-to-end space encryption as well as encryption standards.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear technical documentation of high quality.
• Excellent customer focus.
• Proven ability to “think outside of the box” and thrive in challenging trade-off parameter space.
• Excellent communication skills and ease at working across different cultures and different levels of an organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or computer science or equivalent.
• Language: Fluent English is a prerequisite

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Telecommunications, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in software engineering.
• Strong understanding of satellite communication systems and ground network infrastructure.
• Strong communication skills, capable of interfacing with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Experience with procurement and vendor management is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed for project requirements.

Location:

[On Site/Hybrid – Athens, Georgia. U.S.A.]

Join SWISSto12 and be a part of a pioneering team that is shaping the future of communication technology. If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you.

Please note that for US export control reasons, individuals who will be based in the US office need to be “US persons,” either US citizens or permanent residents.

Interested applicants are requested to apply through LinkedIn.

More about SWISSto12:

SWISSto12 has successfully established contracts with Inmarsat, Intelsat and ESA for HummingSat as well as an established and growing business for its RF product line in Europe and the US with prominent partners and customers such as Thales, Frontgrade, Elbit, IAI, Profen and ESA. SWISSto12 spun-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) in 2011, is privately owned and backed by prominent Swiss and European Investors. SWISSto12 is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and operates a US-subsidiary in Foster City California. The company is well funded for its near and mid-term developments and backed by a solid customer revenue stream.