Role highlights:
SAR Launch Specialist
Location: Espoo, Finland
Department: Global Manufacturing Organisation
Reports to: Team Leader, Launch Management
Employment type: Permanent
Workplace model: Office
Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
Why this role matters:
You will be responsible for the SAR Launch Mission deliverables to the launch service provider by ensuring that the SAR satellites part of their missions are ready to be launched safely and deployed correctly into orbit.
In addition to the SAR Launch Mission Management, you will also be to take care of mitigating and understanding the risks coming from the production team and the satellite production lines in different ICEYE facilities as well as being the owner of the launch technical requirements towards engineering.
You will also take part in the launch campaigns.
The position sits within the Launch management Team and serves as the bridge/interface between the SAR satellite delivery team as well as being one of the direct interfaces with ICEYE's launch service providers and launch agencies such as ExoLaunch and SpaceX, supporting the scalability, quality, and reliability of ICEYE’s launching operations.
Who We Are
ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.
ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.
ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.
Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
Your day-to-day responsibilities
Launch Mission Management
Supports and builds the know-how launch mission planning and execution, including schedules, interfaces, documentation, and readiness reviews.
Coordinate and participate in the launch campaigns with launch service providers, integrators, satellite operations, and internal engineering teams.
Create redundancy in the team with the goal to be able to manage its own launch mission.
Production Risks mitigation
Work with the production teams to understand the risks linked to the ICEYE scale up production rate and potential challenges and put in place solutions and mitigations to tackle any challenges which may affect the launch plan.
Assess risks coming from the satellite build in multiple ICEYE production facilities and scale up our launch risk management system and processes.
Technical Launch Requirements
Own and maintain the technical launch requirements coming from launch agencies and which affect new satellite and subsystem designs.
Bring those requirements to engineering.
Stay up to date with new developments and new requirements as ICEYE expands its products.
Success Criteria
Successful, on-time execution of launch missions with minimal risk and high customer satisfaction.
Build strong engineering confidence within ICEYE.
Understand the production line and work closely with technicians and engineers building and testing the satellites.
Dynamic mindset with strong team collaboration with communication and listening skills.
What we’re looking for
Must haves:
Education: Master´s degree in a related field
Experience: 0-3 years of experience in the space, aeronautics or automotive industry.
Programmatic skills: Project management, satellite and general space knowledge, Microsoft office skills.
Behavioral skills: Perfect communication, customer relations, problem solving, listener, mindset of a good organiser.
Other: English fluent, hands-on technical work enthusiast and travel enthusiast.
Application Process
Talent Screening
Hiring Manager Interview
Task & Presentation
Final Interview Stages
Working at ICEYE
At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.
How We Work (Our Values)
Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.
Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.
See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.
Base salary range for this position is dependant on experience, and will be negotiated individually.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.
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.