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Space travel.
Inspiring.
Europe.
Galileo is the only satellite navigation system of its kind under civil control – and it’s the most precise, too. On behalf of the European Commission, we head up all the tasks that ensure the secure and error-free operation of the mission. Something over 1.4 billion smartphone users rely upon each and every day.
Our services cover everything you’ll need for a successful satellite mission – from the very first idea to way beyond the launch. Both in orbit and on Earth.
Two ground control stations, 26 satellites, 24-hour service and 99.9% availability. And all of it can only be made possible thanks to our strong, dedicated team. For over a decade now, it’s been the passionate driving force behind our projects.
Satellites don’t take breaks. To ensure the smooth operation of the mission, it takes all hands on deck in the most varied areas – from the over 25 colleagues in our IT department to our over 60 engineers and scientists. Around the clock, they make sure that the message from mission control is never “Oberpfaffenhofen, we have a problem!”
A further 30 technicians complement the team with their specialization in the installation and operation of all the necessary ground infrastructure – from the smallest servers all the way to the 30-meter DLR satellite dish in Weilheim, which we use for the Galileo Signal Monitoring Facility (SMF).
We’re all driven by our shared passion for the work we get to do each day. For your benefit.
With an unwavering focus on the future and both feet on the ground: our two managing directors, Walter Päffgen and Rolf Kozlowski.
Walter Päffgen
Managing Director
Managing Director
Dr. Rolf Kozlowski
Managing Director
Managing Director
Discovering new horizons – together
We’re one of Europe’s most unique employers. We keep our focus on the future – always – and stand out through our continuous innovation and passion for what we do. And for our team, we’re always on the lookout for bright minds with pioneering spirits. The most important requirement? That they be inspired. Because you can only inspire others when you’re truly convinced of your capabilities.
Discovering new horizons – together
We’re one of Europe’s most unique employers. We keep our focus on the future – always – and stand out through our continuous innovation and passion for what we do. And for our team, we’re always on the lookout for bright minds with pioneering spirits. The most important requirement? That they be inspired. Because you can only inspire others when you’re truly convinced of your capabilities.
„Together
we can
achieve
big things“
Susanne Schawohl
Quality and Risk Manager
„Together we can achieve big things“
Susanne Schawohl
Quality and Risk Manager
