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, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.
SSC Space also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.
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. We are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.
Overview
On behalf of one of our customer - in Benevento, Italy -, we are looking for a Electronics/Avionics Engineer. As such, you play a key role in shaping the electronic backbone of high-performance optical payloads that operate at the frontier of space. You help define and realise robust avionics architectures that enable Earth observation, environmental monitoring, defence-related remote sensing and planetary science missions. From concept to procurement and integration, your work ensures that every electronic subsystem performs reliably in the most demanding space environments. You translate complex system needs into practical, buildable and procurable solutions that directly contribute to mission success and high-impact decision-making from orbit.
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
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A Master’s degree in electronics engineering, avionics, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering or a related field.
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Experience in electronics or avionics development for aerospace, space, defense or other high-reliability systems.
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Strong understanding of electronic architectures including power, data handling, control electronics and sensor interfaces.
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Experience with procurement, supplier management or sourcing of electronic components, boards or subsystems.
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Ability to write and review technical documentation such as specifications, interface documents and supplier statements of work.
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A structured, pragmatic and delivery-oriented mindset with strong communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
In this role you will:
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Define and support the electronics and avionics architecture of optical payloads and translate system requirements into robust electronic concepts, interfaces and specifications.
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Drive procurement activities for electronic subsystems, including supplier selection, technical alignment, quotations and make-or-buy decisions.
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Act as the technical interface with suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring alignment on design, quality, delivery and performance expectations.
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Support engineering reviews, including requirements, design, test readiness and manufacturing data assessments.
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Contribute to system-level integration, verification and test of electronic subsystems across development and production phases.
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Support risk management activities including obsolescence analysis, component availability and procurement planning.
At our Customer, they highly value their employees, and they will support your professional and personal development. They also provide their employees with:
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A unique, international working environment at the intersection of physics and engineering.
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The opportunity to deliver end-to-end solutions in autonomous project teams, in close collaboration with customers.
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A competitive salary with an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
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20 days of annual leave (based on full-time employment).
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13th month salary payment.
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Hybrid working options, including the possibility to work partially from home.
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A personal development budget.
To be considered for this Position
Prior to 2026-08-31, please apply via our Job Application form.
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Outro
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.
With local presence on all continents and about 750 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.
We help Earth benefit from space. Learn more at sscspace.com
