Spacecraft Operations Engineer (Copernicus Team - CO2M)

Leonardo · DE - Darmstadt - EUMETSAT

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Company
Leonardo
Location
DE - Darmstadt - EUMETSAT
Posted
June 30, 2026

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Job Description: We are recruiting a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to join our Copernicus Operations Engineering team, working on-site at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt in support of the CO2M mission. This is a unique opportunity to operate a next-generation Copernicus satellite dedicated to tracking man-made CO₂ and NO₂ emissions from space. If you are ready to put your spacecraft operations expertise to work for real-world climate action and help make our planet a better place for future generations, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Experience & Mission Background Several years of hands-on experience in spacecraft operations, with a strong focus on LEO missions across all operational phases Demonstrated experience in Operations Preparation (OPS Prep) — developing, validating,

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