Vacatures esa in Groningen

ESA Project Scientist for the newly adopted mission ARRAKIHS The European Space Agency is seeking a Project Scientist for ARRAKIHS, the next fast‑class mission that was recently adopted in its world‑leading Science Programme. ARRAKIHS will observe the faint light from the haloes of stars and gas around galaxies, opening a powerful window onto cosmic...

Als Test- en Onderhoudstechnicus ben je verantwoordelijk voor het voorbereiden, uitvoeren en ondersteunen van mechanische tests. Uitvoeren van technische tests: Daarbij werk je volgens de geldende testvoorschriften, kwaliteitsnormen en technische specificaties. Je plant en organiseert de technische voorbereidingen van testcampagnes. Je signaleert...

Application Life-Cycle Coordinator Location: Frascati, Italy | Application deadline: 2 July 2026 | Reference number: 0532 Are you interested in being part of a company that shapes the future of space and cyber technologies? To have a job where you can contribute to real-world missions with long-term impact? On behalf of ESA we are looking for an Application...

Application Life-Cycle CoordinatorApplication Life-Cycle CoordinatorLocation: Frascati, Italy Location: Application deadline: 2 July 2026 Reference number: 0532Apply nowAre you interested in being part of a company that shapes the future of space and cyber technologies? To have a job where you can contribute to real-world missions with long-term impact?On...

European Space Agency in the Netherlands seeks a Head of the Earth Observation Projects Department to lead the design, development and management of ESA Earth observation missions up to launch and in-orbit verification. You will direct project teams, oversee schedule and cost frameworks, and liaise with industry, Member States and partners.You will manage...

European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking an EO Future Mission End-to-end System and Performance Engineer to shape future Earth observation missions from Phase 0/Phase A. The role involves studies, technical coordination, and collaboration with diverse ESA directorates and external user groups to translate needs into mission requirements.You will lead and...

European Space Agency (ESA) in the Netherlands seeks a System Security Engineer to join the System Security Section (TEC-SES) within the End-to-End Systems Division. The role covers end-to-end security for space missions across ground, space and user segments, from design through verification.The candidate will have a master’s degree in a relevant field...

LocationESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands Description Thermal/Cryogenics Engineer in the Thermal Control Section, Thermal Division, Mechanical Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. The Thermal Control Section provides functional support to ESA projects and carries out technological research and development (R&D) in the field of thermal...

Description Intro Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular. With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services,...

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Closing Date: 6 November 2026 23:59 CET/CESTDirectorate: Human and Robotic ExplorationThis is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years. Depending upon performance and organisational needs, the appointment may be extended up to a possible maximum duration of 8 years.DescriptionThe Directorate...

Noordwijk zoekt een programmamanager ruimtevaart die de ambitieuze visie van de gemeente verder vormgeeft en concrete projecten realiseert. Je werkt aan samenwerkingen met ESA ESTEC, NL Space Campus en regionale partners en vertaalt ruimtevaartambities naar een uitvoeringsprogramma.Je bouwt aan partnerships, stuurt op financiering en budgetten, en zorgt voor...

SSC Space Netherlands seeks a dedicated mechanical engineer to join our team working on MGSE design and verification for spaceflight hardware.You will create robust mechanical structures, perform FEA, and generate manufacturing drawings, collaborating with ESA and ESTEC labs. A Master’s in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 4+ years of aerospace...

European Space Agency (ESA) seeks a SatCom Payload Engineer to join its team at ESTEC in Noordwijk or ECSAT in Harwell. You will support telecommunications satellite activities, contribute to technology development, and work with diverse international experts to shape EOSA projects.Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in aerospace, strong RF/mmWave or optical...

European Space Agency (ESA) at ECSAT Harwell invites an experienced SatCom Payload Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge telecommunications satellite programmes. You will work within an international team to shape future space connectivity and satellite systems engineering.The role requires a Master’s degree in Engineering or Physics and 4+ years in...

Serco is seeking a Cloud Engineer to join the team onsite at ESTEC in Noordwijk, the Netherlands. You will design, deploy and operate secure cloud infrastructure across hybrid environments, ensuring availability, performance and security for missions with ESA.The role requires experience across cloud compute, storage, networking, IAM and security, with...

SSC Space Netherlands is seeking a dedicated professional to lead the development, modification and upgrade of test facilities. You will define procurement needs, coordinate with suppliers and ESA stakeholders, and perform CAD modelling in 3DEXPERIENCE with SEE Electrical for schematics and P&ID diagrams.You will supervise installation, FAT and test...

European Space Agency (ESA) in Noordwijk, Netherlands, invites applications for a Thermal/Cryogenics Engineer in the Thermal Control Section. The role supports ESA missions with advanced thermal hardware, cryogenics, two‑phase heat transport, and thermal protection technologies.You will work in a centre of excellence with 25+ engineers, contributing to...

ESA ESTEC in Noordwijk, Netherlands seeks a Post Launch Engineer to manage end-to-end Post Launch Support for satellites. You will coordinate across ESA teams, industry partners and experts, driving issue resolution and performance monitoring, while providing feedback to development teams.The role requires a university engineering degree with 10+ years in...

The European Space Agency (ESA) Space Safety Mission Implementation Division at ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands seeks a Space Safety Functional and Validation Architect to define and validate Space Safety missions from Phase A to E1, including GNC, AOCS and robotics in the loop when applicable. You may contribute to multiple missions at different development...

SatCom Payload Engineer Location: Harwell, United Kingdom. Application deadline: 26 October 2026. Reference number: 0592. Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact...