RF Engineer
Svenska Rymdaktiebolaget Esrange / Elektronikjobb / Kiruna
2026-02-27
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At SSC Space we strive to support our customer needs to utilize space for the betterment of earth through supporting scientific and commercial activities. The Science Services Division develops, operates and maintains systems to facilitate rocket and balloon launch capabilities. We are an industry leader with a long history of successfully launching rockets and balloons from our facility at Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden. In addition, we provide support for long term ground to space observation systems and now begin to expand into experimental rocket and balloon projects.
Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace?
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help Earth benefit from space?
If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as an RF Engineer in our team. We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.
REQUIREMENTS
We offer the opportunity to join the Science Services Rocket and Balloon division which is entrusted to develop and maintain critical systems required to launch global balloon operations, sounding rockets and orbital rockets from our facilities at Esrange. As an RF Engineer in the Instrumentation department your role will be to oversee the development and sustainability of a wide range of systems within our telemetry station and local installations. Strong background in RF design, analysis and testing to optimize RF systems and sub-systems is required. You will participate in development projects and support customer campaigns operations from our telemetry station along with supporting daily line work on our installed systems throughout Esrange.
Examples of work tasks:
Gather and analyze designrequirementstooptimizeRF systems.This includesrequestsforinternal and external developmentprojectsand navigating such solutions that will support the affected stakeholders.
Provide systemcoordination and reportoncustomerrequirementsto enable technical implementationsthat are needed to bedeliveredon time andonbudget
Conduct testing and validationproceduresofRFunitsfor established and newsystems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF solutions.
Support launch operations in conjunction with Esrange and mobile TM stations.
Prepare technical documentation including specifications and operational documentation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
If you have an RF background and are interested in supporting the operational sustainability of a space port, we want to hear from you! We address basic and complex technical challenges daily while collaborating within an international environment. Having experience with network hardware integration, network programming and programming languages is highly sought after. Commitment to providing quality customer satisfaction and willingness to work beyond a desk is required.
We also believe you have:
Master's or PhD degree in a technical field or have corresponding experience.
Background in Telemetry, Telecommunications, Science or Space Technology and a general interest in supporting spaceport operations.
You are comfortable communicating in English, both written and spoken.
This role requires a valid driver's license and access to a car.
WE OFFER YOU
A unique opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and play an active role in both the Swedish and international space industry.
An excellent opportunity for personal and career development.
An exciting, international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world.
Additional benefits
In addition to vacation and traditional public holidays, we offer extra paid leave throughout the year, such as time off between Christmas and New Year, Ascension Day, amounting to 6-11 extra days depending on the calendar.
Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year.
Health benefits such as voluntary health insurance and regular health checks for eligible employees.
Access to a benefit bike through a tax-efficient leasing program.
Support for employee-driven activities that promote connection, health, and culture across teams.
Collective Agreement, including good pensions plans, parental pay and insurance.
LOCATION
This is a permanent full-time position located at Esrange Space Center, Kiruna. As part of our team, you will participate in rocket and balloon campaigns that can be scheduled outside of regular business hours. Occasional requirements to work campaigns with our international partners outside of Sweden will be required.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For questions regarding employment terms or union-related matters, you are welcome to contact our union representatives:
Sveriges Ingenjörer:
SverigesIngenjorer-AF@sscspace.comUnionen:
unionen@sscspace.com NEXT STEP
If this opportunity sparks your interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! We review applications continuously and will conduct interviews throughout the process. When applying, please include your CV. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process.
This position requires approved pre-employment screening. These controls are based on the role that you will fulfill within the company. Additional requirements regarding citizenship may apply.
WE HELP EARTH BENEFIT FROM SPACE
SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.
We help Earth benefit from Space. Learn more at sscspace.com
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Arbetsgivare Svenska Rymdaktiebolaget (org.nr 556166-5836)
Esrange (
visa karta)
981 28 KIRUNA
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Arbetsplats Svenska Rymdaktiebolaget Esrange
Jobbnummer 9768304