ICEYE
Satellite Operations Specialist
Remote role where the employee must remain based in a particular country.
Finland only
Employer listed it 3 weeks ago · Added 5 days ago
Been open since 3 weeks ago, still being checked, but it has been live a while.
Salary
Not stated
Location
Finland only
Timezone
Not stated
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Mid
Category
Software
This employer didn't state pay. Jobs like this usually pay around $165k–$260k a year, a typical range taken from 595 mid-level software roles on Nomaders that do state pay. It's a guide, not an offer.
Remote flexibility
Work from home
This is a remote role, but the employee must be based in Finland. It is work from home rather than work from anywhere.
What the employer says
- Source listing states candidate location: "Remote | Finland, OnSite"
What Nomaders makes of it
- Residency required in Finland
- Payroll and tax are likely handled in that country only
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About the role
Role highlights:
Satellite Operations Specialist
Location: Finland
Department: Satellite Operations & Maintenance / Engineering
Reports to: Satellite Operations Team Lead
Employment type: Fixed term
Workplace model: Office
Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
Why this role matters:
As a Satellite Operations Specialist, you will be an integral part of ensuring that ICEYE is able to deliver the product and data to customers. You will work closely with other operators on the operations console throughout your shift hours, ensuring smooth operation of our constellation of satellites and providing crucial support for any unexpected contingencies that arise on the fleet or ground systems. You will help to improve Satellite Operations by developing new procedures and tools. You'll handle fleet maintenance, engage in mock operations pre-launch, and be a critical part of the Launch and Early Orbit Operations. If you're passionate about space technology and eager to make an impact in satellite operations, we want to hear from you.
Who We Are
ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.
As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.
ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We have more than 900 employees, united by a shared vision: improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.
Your day-to-day responsibilities
Maintain continuous, high-quality monitoring and control of the satellite constellation during all shifts
Ensure safe operations, early detection of anomalies, and proper escalation or resolution
Enhance Satellite Operations by developing and refining procedures, tools, and workflow
Support fleet maintenance activities and satellite in orbit testing
Contribute to mission readiness through simulations and Launch and Early Orbit Operations
Deliver clear shift handovers, incident reporting, and documentation
Contribute to seamless 24/7 operations and strengthen team-wide situational awareness and best practices.
What we’re looking for
Must haves:
Requirements
- ·Strong English language skills (both written and spoken)
- ·Flexibility in scheduled working hours (ability to work morning, evening, and night shifts, 365/24/7 basis)
- ·Interest in Space Industry/Satellite Operations
- ·Space background
- ·Knowledge about satellite systems
Benefits
- ·Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- ·We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.
- ·Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com .
How to apply
- 1Check the flexibility label above, work from home, matches where you plan to live and work.
- 2Tailor your CV to the role at ICEYE, mentioning your remote working experience.
- 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.
Found 5d ago. Last checked 23 Sept. Always confirm the details on the original posting, salary and location can change after publication.
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