Satellite operation Engineer

Do you want a key role in building Norways space future? Join our SmallSat team!

Who are we?

SmallSat systems is the part of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, working on world-class satellite systems that deliver real-world impact - enabling earth observation, maritime surveillance, and secure communications. Building on decades of experience in space technology, and with more than 50 successful satellite missions launched within our collective ecosystem, we cover the entire value chain from mission design to data delivery. This gives our employees the opportunity to contribute to true end-to-end solutions that matter.

We’ve already proven what’s possible: KDA developed, launched, and now operates its own maritime surveillance constellation, N3X. This achievement demonstrates sovereign capability and the power of integrated engineering - combining hardware, software, infrastructure and operations to protect national security and support sustainability.

As part of one of Europe’s most complete satellite solution providers, we collaborate across KONGSBERG’s technological domains and with leading partners. Our ecosystem includes Kongsberg NanoAvionics for modular platforms, Andøya Spaceport for launch, and Kongsberg Satellite Services for global ground station operations and many more. Together, we ensure full control, responsiveness, reliability, and security - from ground to orbit to data delivery.

From the fjords to the final frontier, your expertise will help us deliver mission-critical reliability, rapid deployment, and sustainable innovation - empowering smarter decisions, securing assets, and shaping the future of space. And there’s no better place to do it: KONGSBERG was voted Norway’s most attractive technology workplace in 2025.

Who are you?

• You are a proactive person with a positive attitude. Not only do you make things happen on your own initiative, but you are structured, systematic and have great communication skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Aerospace engineering, orbital mechanics , or related fields.
• Experience with Satellite control systems, telemetry analysis tools, scripting (Python, MATLAB, Linux).
• Experience with orbital mechanics, telemetry, Fault Detection, Isolation & Recovery (FDIR)
• A good system engineering knowledge is also a positive.
  
  

What Will You Do

• Be a part of the operations support team working with ground systems, mission planning, frequency control, data protection, orbit analyses, system support, system maintenance, develop training and replication of scenarios.
• Providing second line support to KDA constellation.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
  
  

We Will Offer You

• An opportunity to help shape Norways space future
• Great colleagues in a social including work environment.
• Exciting work in an international Space environment
• Competitive benefits with good pension and insurance schemes
• STARS social club and own welfare program for young employees
• A safe workplace in a growing and well-established company
• Welfare schemes with own fitness center, cabin rental and much more
• Possibility for flexible working
  
  

Applicants will in the recruitment process be subject for background check. The position requires Norwegian and NATO security clearance.

Location: Kongsberg or Skøyen

Homepage: https://www.kongsberg.com/kda/products/space/