Vp operations Jobs in Darmstadt

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development.

Serco has made significant contributions at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, supporting a diverse array of meteorological satellite missions and projects. Serco provides essential engineering, technical, and management services, playing a crucial role in the operations and maintenance of satellite ground segments. Their expertise in satellite control, data processing, and system integration has earned them accolades, including 'Excellence in Service' awards from EUMETSAT. Serco’s dedicated efforts ensure the reliable dissemination of vital weather and climate data, underscoring their commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of meteorological satellite operations.

On behalf of our customer EUMETSAT, we are looking for Data Processing Operations Engineers . Your mission is to ensure the effective operation, evolution and operation preparations of EUMETSAT’s data processing systems for the EPS, EPS-SG, MSG, and MTG missions.

Responsibilities : Routine Operations :

• Conduct and coordinate routine, non-routine, and contingency operations of data processing and product extraction systems.
• Monitor system performance and quality, identify anomalies, investigate and resolve issues, and propose system improvements.
• Maintain operational schedules and support medium- and long-term planning activities.
• Prepare, maintain, and update operational documentation, procedures, and user guides.
• Provide on-call support as part of a rotation, responding promptly to critical operational issues.
• Generate periodic inputs for mission Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other operational reports.
• Deliver training to operational personnel as required.

Operations Evolution :

Operations Preparation :

Profile :

Nice to have :

All candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

On Offer :

Relocation :

Darmstadt, Germany, offers a central location in Europe, making it an ideal base for travel and business within the EU. Major cities are well-connected by road, rail, and air, with Frankfurt Airport being one of Europe's busiest and most well-connected airports, facilitating easy international travel.

Serco GMBH offers relocation support for all candidates eligible to work in EU that are planning to relocate to Germany and work for EUMETSAT.

DE&I :

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Serco GMBH is based on a culture where every voice is heard, and every employee feels valued. Working together as one team, we can enhance the experience of our people and teams, improve the value of our solutions to better serve the missions of our customers, and make an impact in our world.

About Serco :

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the likes of ESA, CNES, EUMETSAT, EUSPA, ASI and NASA.We offer space capabilities across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies across Europe and the globeWe work within the heart of the space sector so understand the challenges our customers face. When it comes to recruitment we are experts in sourcing the very best talent within space engineering, earth observation, satellite communications and cyber security. We have placed hundreds of people from post graduates through to C-suite executives into space agencies, satellite operators, manufacturers, system integrators, consultancies, earth observation / remote sensing, launch providers and much more.