The Operations Preparation System Engineer is responsible for the overall coordination and preparation of the S/C operations, with strong support to the Mission Architect. The main responsibility is the coordination of the Flight Operations Centre, ground stations for TTC and payload data downlink, and the Science Data Centre. This is an onsite position, located in Brno, Czech Republic. The position is offered as a fixed-term contract for 3 years, with the possibility of extension. We are primarily considering candidates based in the EU or with existing eligibility to work in the EU. The role includes the following detailed tasks: Steer, coordinate and validate Flight Control Procedures (FCPs) and timelines for routine and contingency operations in coordination S/C operations responsible subcontractor (Avionics subcontractor) Author Flight Operations Manuals (FOMs) and support Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for all Satellite Subsystems Steer, coordinate and validate: Satellite Validation Tests (SVTs) coordination and preparation. Operations products delivery schedule Coordination of Software and Hardware related reviews, e.g. PDR, CDR (Satellite and Ground Segment) Support validation of the operational Ground Segment In close cooperation with Science Interface Engineer Coordination of the Science Data Centre development from perspective of Software Hardware Validation Operations concept Accessibility Operations preparation support of the Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP). Routine and Contingency Flight Operations support