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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Ground Segment System Engineer - **Company:** CGI Group Inc. - **Location:** Bochum, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Systems Development Life Cycle, Satcom, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software) - **Published:** September 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5882771449 ## About the Role * Experience with requirements management and related tools (e.g. DOORS), and an understanding of standards-based engineering processes (such as ECSS, CCSDS or similar). * Strong interpersonal skills and team working ability. * Strong aptitude for dealing with complexity and paying attention to details. * Ability to work independently and in a rapidly evolving environment. * Fluency in English Nice to Have The following qualifications and experience are not mandatory but would be considered an advantage. We encourage you to apply even if your background does not match these criteria: * Experience in mission control systems, operations or on ground processors * Involvement in development of new space systems (phase A/B) * Experience in RF engineering and verification on space to ground links * Experience with Constellation Control and/or Low Earth Orbiting satellites * Experience in technical team leadership, including coordinating activities, supporting team * members, and fostering collaboration ## Description CGI is a European leader in Space Ground Segment systems and services in the domains of Navigation, Satellite Communications, Earth Observation, Space Safety and Mission Operations. We provide critical services and solutions to European & national agencies and institutions, the scientific community, the commercial sector, as well as to the wider public. We are both major contributors to, and act as thought leaders in, a number of key European space initiatives including the Galileo, Copernicus and future SatCom programmes, designing and developing cutting edge solutions for our clients. The European Space market is dynamic, evolving and rapidly growing. CGI is now looking to further expand our business in this area, building on our 50 year successful heritage. At CGI, we support the planning and execution of national and international space missions with reliable systems, structured approaches and experienced professionals. The space ground segment is at the core of this work. If you're passionate about space and want to contribute to meaningful, forward-looking missions, we'd love to hear from you. Join our SPACE division as a Ground Segment System Engineer (m/f/d) and help shape the future of ground segment systems. In this role, you'll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team working across the full system lifecycle- from early concept and specification through design, implementation, and validation. Depending on the mission, you will contribute to the development of new systems or support the evolution of existing ones, ensuring they remain reliable, scalable, and ready for the future. We welcome applicants with different levels of experience and perspectives-what matters most is your curiosity, structured thinking, and motivation to make an impact. 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