Gse Operations Specialist...

WHO WE ARE Leaf Space is a rapidly growing scale-up company and a leading provider of ground segment as-a-service (GSaaS) solutions.Our innovative and proprietary concept is focused on providing satellite and launch vehicle connectivity as-a-service, enabling clients to efficiently manage their assets and fully exploit data.Our GSaaS solutions have been recognized by the market for their efficiency, security, and effectiveness in supporting different applications, from remote sensing to IoT communications.LIFE AT LEAF SPACEAt Leaf Space, we operate with a flat organizational structure, we are growing in economic and people aspects, we are working in a professional and autonomous manner in fast paced environment.We prioritize hiring top talent and cultivating a collaborative, high-achieving, and supportive workplace.Our core team is headquartered in Lomazzo (Como), Italy, and we have expanded our presence in the U.S. with headquarters based in Northern Virginia.As we continue to develop innovative technologies to support the NewSpace economy, we are looking for world-class talent ready to tackle challenging projects to drive expansion and sustainability of the space ecosystem.WHAT WE OFFERAt Leaf Space, we operate with a flat organizational structure, we are growing in economic and people aspects, we are working in a professional and autonomous manner in fast paced environment.We prioritize hiring top talent and cultivating a collaborative, high-achieving, and supportive workplace.Our core team is headquartered in Lomazzo (Como), Italy, and we have expanded our presence in the U.S. with headquarters based in Northern Virginia.As we continue to develop innovative technologies to support the NewSpace economy, we are looking for world-class talent ready to tackle challenging projects to drive expansion and sustainability of the space ecosystem.ABOUT THE ROLEWe are hiring a GSE Operations Specialist to coordinate the full lifecycle of our Ground Station Emulator (GSE) systems for satellite operators.You will take ownership after contract signature and ensure smooth planning, configuration alignment, and customer support during deployment, as well as coordination of equipment return.This role fits someone who enjoys structured work in a technical environment, communicates clearly, and takes pride in reliable execution and continuous improvement.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESOperational delivery- Own GSE activities for assigned projects after contract signature- Coordinate planning, production alignment, shipment preparation, and return coordination with internal teams- Maintain clear visibility on GSE availability, allocation, and project statusConfiguration and deployment- Review mission requirements and coordinate configuration with Mission Management, SRE, IT, and Product- Support customers during preparation and deployment, including guidance and troubleshooting- Support configuration of data interfaces between GSE systems and customer systemsCross functional collaboration- Act as the primary point of contact for GSE topics with Sales, Logistics, Procurement, Production, Mission Management, and technical teams- Communicate prioritization decisions clearly and align stakeholders- Escalate major allocation conflicts or timeline risks when neededProcess improvement- Contribute to improving and standardizing GSE workflows and documentation- Track GSE inventory, allocation, and key costs to support decisions- Capture lessons learned and apply improvements as deployment volumes growREQUIREMENTS- Degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Space Systems, or related field- Knowledge of RF systems (S, X, and Ka bands) for TT and C and payload testing- Experience in cross functional technical environments- Strong coordination, planning, and communication skills- Ability to support technical discussions and troubleshoot with customers- Comfortable managing multiple activities in a dynamic environment- Excellent communication in EnglishDESIRABLE- Experience in satellite operations or ground segment services- Knowledge of space to ground communication testing- Familiarity with virtualization or RF over IP systems- Additional European languagesTRAVEL- Occasional travel for deployment support and customer guidance- Shipping and logistics execution handled by Logistics and Procurement teams#J-*****-Ljbffr