Integrated Logistics Support Engineer

Description
Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.

With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.

SSC Space also has one of the world's largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.

Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth benefit from space?

If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as Integrated Logistics Support Engineer. We are looking for a dedicated Integrated Logistics Support Engineer who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.

Requirements

• MSc in Aerospace or Space, Telecommunication Engineering or other relevant studies.
• At least 2 years as ILS Engineer or similar role.
• Lifecycle Management expertise, Technical Integration skills, ability to contextualize inputs from different teams.
• Advanced level of English and excellent communication skills.
• Must be available to support mission-critical operations, including off-nominal or emergency situations (may require shift work or on-call availability).
• Occasional travel to integration, launch, or ground station sites for support activities.
• Capability to work in high-security or controlled environments (e.g., ITAR/EAR or ESA security clearance may be required).

Legal and Security Requirements

• Applicants must be legally allowed to work in the EU and hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
• Copy of passport and degree(s) certificate.
• Good conduct certificate from the country where currently resident.
• Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference checks.

Responsibilities
The ILS Engineer ensures that all spacecraft systems, ground segments, and mission operations infrastructure are designed, maintained, and supported for maximum reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle efficiency. This role bridges engineering design, operations, and logistics planning to guarantee mission readiness and long-term sustainability of space assets. The main tasks will be the following:

• Develop and implement ILS plans for spacecraft, launch systems, and ground support equipment to ensure long-term operational supportability.
• Define maintenance concepts, spare parts strategies, and reliability/availability metrics for both space and ground systems.
• Coordinate with design, manufacturing, and mission operations teams to optimize supportability early in the system lifecycle.
• Manage the configuration and documentation of logistics data, maintenance procedures, and technical publications.
• Support failure analysis, corrective actions, and obsolescence management to ensure continuous operational capability.

Benefits
Contract

• Competitive remuneration package, recognizing the value of your skills and expertise.
• Unique career opportunities, including the possibility of working in other countries with our SSC Group.
• Personalized training and development programmes.

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Outro
SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.

With local presence on all continents and about 750 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.

We help Earth benefit from space. Learn more