Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions GmbH (EN)

Ref.-Nr.: DE20565

Schedule type: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent Position

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR About Us:

We are pioneering the future of satellite intelligence and defense. Backed by Rheinmetall’s proven defense expertise and ICEYE’s radar satellite innovation, our joint venture has the ambition of delivering one of the world's largest earth observation satellite constellations to defend Germany.

Our mission? Empower Europe’s security and defense with sovereign, persistent, and accurate space-based intelligence under any condition.

JJoin us to shape one of Europe’s most significant high-tech projects and make a real impact on defense and security for tomorrow.

Your Mission as Security Systems Engineer:

• Design and implement – together with suppliers and industrial partners – the end-to-end security architecture for reconnaissance satellite constellations.
• Protect both in-space orbital assets and on-ground control infrastructure.
• Handle facility security clearances and compliance regulations.
• Assess vulnerabilities across hardware, software, and communication links.
• Ensure compliance with the Customer’s requirements
• Work in close cooperation with the engineering teams to implement secure command and telemetry protocols. WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
• Degree in aerospace engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, mathematics or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of encryption, secure networking, and threat modeling.
• Experience with aerospace systems security or satellite communications.
• Familiarity with government or defense facility security clearance standards and accreditation processes.
• 5+ years of hands-on security experience (or engineering experience in a related role). Proven track record of designing, building, and shipping technical projects from start to finish.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills to share ideas clearly with both technical and non-technical team members. Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support peers, join code reviews, and share knowledge.

RISS Key Competences

In addition to role-specific competencies, every candidate is assessed on the following RISS qualities:

• Intellectual Firepower & Growth Mindset – Quickly understands complex systems, synthesises information, learns fast, and adapts.
• Passion & Work Ethic – Sustained drive, resilience, and high personal standards under pressure.
• Ownership & Action – Acts decisively, takes full accountability, and unblocks progress without waiting for permission.