Vacant job

At SSC, we enable our customers to make better use of space. Through the efforts of our approximately 700 employees around the world, we provide specialized expertise in the design, testing, launch, and operation of space and air systems. The Scientific Services department develops rocket and balloon systems, including experimental equipment for microgravity research. We also conduct launches of rockets and balloons from Esrange Space Center.

Are you looking for an extraordinary job where your contributions are of great significance? Are you seeking new challenges with opportunities for personal development? And of course, do you find space as exciting as we do!

YOUR ROLE

We can offer you an exciting job as a Ground Safety Engineer in our Launch Team. The role primarily consists of operational activities, and you will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment during our campaigns. You will have a wide range of tasks from operational preparations to participation in rocket and balloon campaigns. You will also work on planning, maintenance, and development of systems and equipment required for our launches. In this role, you will be trained to take responsibility for ground safety during our rocket and balloon campaigns.

WHO YOU ARE

To thrive in this position, you have adaptability, can easily adjust priorities, and quickly shift focus. You demonstrate a solution-oriented attitude, combining practical and theoretical expertise while embracing the variety of challenges this role offers.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in engineering or related fields / equivalent work experience in a related environment
• You demonstrate understanding and have the ability to conduct safe operations.
• Your proficiency in both Swedish and English is essential, as we operate in a global environment with customers from various parts of the world.
• Experience in safety and risk assessment
• A solution-oriented attitude
• Availability to work flexible hours during campaigns

WE OFFER YOU

We offer you a challenging and interesting position within a dynamic environment in a global company. A job that encompasses a variety of tasks ranging from planning to execution of rocket and balloon-related campaigns. This means that your job will have both a theoretical and practical character.

For the right person who is dedicated to learning new things, there are good opportunities for both personal and technical development. Your workplace Esrange is characterized by an open atmosphere with proud employees. Your employment begins with a tailored onboarding program where you will learn more about our operations, services, and your workplace.

LOCATION

This is a permanent position with 40h/week located at Esrange Space Center outside Kiruna, and remote work can only occur in exceptional cases. As part of our team, you will participate in rocket and balloon campaigns scheduled outside regular working hours. Work at different locations may also occur during campaigns.

NEXT STEPS

Are you interested in this challenging position within an international work environment? We look forward to your application!