WHO WE ARE
Etinars is a
values-focused company with multi-year experience, specialised in the recruitment of professionals for
niche markets, managing the
full life-cycle of specialist and executive-level hires.
At Etinars, we genuinely care about who you are and what you need.
We place great emphasis on fostering
robust,
enduring connections built upon
trust and
transparency.
Our approach ensures a
swift journey, leading you hand in hand towards signing your next
career step.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Ground Segment Operations & Monitoring Specialist | Space
Join our client’s international team in
Prague, supporting the
FLEX mission’s Core Ground Segment within a major European space programme.
We are looking for a
Ground Segment Operations and Monitoring Technician with
2–3 years of experience in systems or service monitoring. You will support monitoring activities within the
Ground Segment systems, detect issues, and ensure smooth data flow and operations.
For this role,
relocation to Prague is mandatory for candidates living far from the area.
A
B2 level of English is required due to daily interactions with
ESA teams and
international stakeholders.
YOUR TASKS
- Monitor Ground Segment systems and services
- Detect, analyze and respond to system alarms and anomalies
- Check system performance (data flow, completeness, latency)
- Support investigation of incidents and escalate when needed
- Maintain operational logs and contribute to incident reporting
- Produce regular operational reports (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Collaborate with service management and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations
- Liaise with ESA and Ground Segment partners when operational issues arise
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in systems monitoring or service monitoring
- Experience working in operational IT environments
- Understanding of monitoring tools and operational workflows
- Ability to analyze issues and troubleshoot
- Good knowledge of Linux
- Basic shell scripting knowledge
- Good English communication skills
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Docker
- Experience in Earth Observation or Ground Segment environments
- Italian is a plus.
WHO YOU ARE
- Proactive and analytical
- Detail-oriented
- Comfortable working in an operational environment
- A team player with strong communication skills
- Able to react calmly and effectively to operational issues
EXTRA INFORMATION
Location: Prague
Work location: Hybrid -
2 days onsite, 3 days remote
Start: Immediate
Eligibility:
- EU Citizens, or
- Non-EU Citizens already based in the EU with a valid work permit
This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to
European space missions, supporting
Earth Observation platforms and large-scale scientific initiatives.
Once we receive your CV, we will take the time to evaluate it carefully. Should there be a match for this or any other position at Etinars, we will be in touch.
Etinars is committed to supporting a
Diverse and Inclusive Community. If you meet the minimum criteria for the job, you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate your abilities at an interview.
