Ground Means Maintenance in Operational Condition (MCO) Engineer - Space - Toulouse

CS, a subsidiary of the Sopra Steria group, is a benchmark technological player in the design, integration, and operation of critical systems. Present in 7 countries with over 2,600 passionate employees, we are involved in the heart of sovereignty, security, and performance issues in strategic sectors such as defense, space, energy, industry, transport, aeronautics, and cybersecurity.

Our difference? Unique expertise in real-time systems, sovereign and sustainable solutions, and a strong innovation culture, driven by 15% of our revenue invested in R&D. We support our clients in the success of their most complex programs, from air traffic control to anti-drone systems, including nuclear systems and satellite control centers.

By joining CS, you become part of a human-centered and innovative company.

• We deliver more than systems, we build trust.
• We go beyond expressed needs, we prepare for tomorrow's challenges.
• More than just experts, we shape innovation.

Explore, observe, secure the space of tomorrow.

With 50 years of expertise, our Space Business Unit is a trusted partner for space agencies, prime contractors, and satellite operators across Europe.

With recognized know-how, it actively contributes to strengthening the performance, security, and innovation of the space ecosystem.

Our teams bring their expertise to the entire life cycle of missions: Earth observation, navigation and telecommunication systems, interplanetary science and exploration, Space surveillance and security. Driven by AI and our sovereign solutions, we push the technological boundaries of European space programs every day.

Joining this Business Unit means shaping the future of space alongside passionate experts.

We are recruiting a Ground Means Operations Engineer to join our Space Business Unit within the Control Center business line. Our entity specializes in the engineering, development, validation, maintenance, and operation of Satellite Control Centers.

Your missions

As part of a team of ground means operations engineers, you will be responsible for the following activities:

• Technical management of software components
• Integration/validation testing of new versions
• Routine operations of ground means for a satellite control center
• User support
• Script development

The technical environment

• Linux/Redhat
• Python
• Bash Scripts
• Perl
• TclTk
• System administration (VMWare, network...) would be a plus

You will work at our clients' operational center (weeks of on-call duty 7 days a week are to be expected).

With a Bac+3/Bac+5 degree from an engineering school or equivalent university, you have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar environment. You have general knowledge of space segments, particularly of a control center.
An experience in satellite operations would be a plus.

Do you have a sense of organization, are you curious, and do you have good interpersonal skills? Do you have the ability to work in a team? Are you autonomous and proactive in problem-solving? Then you are the gem we are looking for!

Join a company where people, innovation, and impact come together.

At CS, we offer:

• An enriching employee experience, driven by a work environment designed to foster flexibility, autonomy, and daily well-being.
• A comprehensive onboarding program designed to welcome every talent from day one and an Academy to develop your skills, enhance your expertise, and build career paths that suit you.
• A strong societal commitment: over 3,000 associations supported, an active disability policy, an inclusive culture, a responsible digital approach, and partnerships like Elles bougent to inspire tomorrow's female talent.

...and many other benefits to discover when you join us!

Our uniqueness? The unique alliance between technological expertise, critical projects, and human commitment. An innovative and responsible company, we are building an ethical, inclusive, and forward-looking environment. Open to all talents, we believe that diversity is a strength.

What happens next

If your profile matches, you will be invited to a technical interview with one of our Operations Managers, to discuss your skills and your vision of the job.
You will then meet Elodie or Laura for a discussion about your background, your aspirations, and our company culture.
Finally, because we value transparency and respect, we are committed to providing you with personalized feedback by phone, regardless of the outcome of the process.

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As an inclusive and committed employer, our company works every day to combat all forms of discrimination and foster a respectful work environment. Therefore, committed to gender balance and diversity, we encourage all applications and all profiles.

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