Copernicus Data Processing Engineer [26103]

Job Description

We are seeking a Data Processing Engineer to join an established engineering team supporting data processing systems. The candidate will support the team across a range of activities depending on evolving priorities. Work may cover system maintenance, validation and engineering support tasks.

Key responsibilities

Depending on operational priorities, the successful candidate will:

• Investigate and resolve anomalies in data processing systems.
• Support software release, deployment and verification activities.
• Contribute to integration, verification and validation (IV&V) of processing chains.
• Perform testing and validation of system performance.
• Support system-level analysis and engineering tasks as required.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation in a configuration-controlled environment.
• Participate in technical reviews, coordination meetings and engineering boards.

Qualifications

Required profile

• University degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

• Demonstrated experience with UNIX/Linux environments.

• Experience with scripting languages and/or databases (e.g. Python, shell, PostgreSQL).

• Proven experience with data processing of Earth Observation or meteorological products (Level-0, Level-1, Level-2).

• Proven experience in integration, verification and validation (IV&V) of data processing systems and/or processors, including test plans, specifications, procedures and reports for end-to-end processing chains.

• Ability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation.

• Practical knowledge of configuration-controlled environments.

• Fluency in English.

Person attributes

• High degree of working autonomy.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment.

Desirable skills

The following skill areas are considered an advantage, but candidates are not expected to cover all areas.

System & domain

• Experience in system engineering and system design.
• Knowledge of spacecraft and/or ground segment operations.

Technical environment

• Knowledge of computer systems, network systems and IT security.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g. C/C++, Java, IDL).

Process & quality

• Knowledge of quality control, calibration and validation.
• Experience with development and maintenance of operational procedures and/or configuration data.
• Knowledge of ECSS standards.

Tools & methodologies

• Experience with DOORS.
• Knowledge of Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) and related tools (e.g. SysML, Enterprise Architect).

Additional Information

This job is located on-site in Darmstadt, Germany.

If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send your CV (in English and in Word or PDF) by clicking on the button “Apply for this job” quoting job DE-HP-26103.

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Inclusive and committed employer, our company works every day to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. That's why, committed to gender diversity and overall inclusivity, we encourage all applications and profiles.                        

Last apply date: 30/07/2026!