Role highlights:
SAR Training Specialist
Location: EU
Department: Data
Reports to: Earth Observation Application Lead
Employment type: Permanent
Workplace model: Hybrid or remote
Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
Why this role matters:
The SAR Training Specialist within ICEYE’s Data line of business will support the development, customization, and global delivery of technical training programs to customers across the world.
This role enables customers, particularly in the Defence and Intelligence (D&I) sector, to effectively understand and apply ICEYE’s SAR capabilities, products, and services to support mission-critical objectives.
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
Develop, maintain and tailor training programs covering remote sensing principles, SAR fundamentals, and the practical application of ICEYE’s technology across operational use cases.
Deliver both in-person and virtual training sessions to a global customer base, adapting materials and delivery approaches to suit varying levels of technical proficiency and requirements.
Align training content with evolving product features and customer needs, ensuring materials reflect the latest advancements in ICEYE’s portfolio of offerings.
Support customer adoption and operational readiness through hands-on instruction, live demonstrations, and scenario-based learning that emphasizes real-world use.
Collaborate with internal teams, including Product and Engineering, to ensure training materials are accurate, current, and aligned with broader customer engagement strategies
Represent ICEYE at customer workshops, briefings, and industry events, acting as a trusted technical educator and advocate for the effective use of SAR data
What we’re looking for
Must haves:
Experience in technical training and curriculum development
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience of D&I sector use of satellite imagery/SAR e.g. IMINT analyst
Proficiency with satellite imagery/SAR processing tools and GIS platforms desirable
Willingness to travel internationally regularly
Ability to work effectively across diverse cultural and operational environments - prior experience engaging with international customers is strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree (or higher level) or equivalent in Remote Sensing, Geography, Engineering or a related technical field.
Application Process
TA screen
Hiring Manager interview
Practical task + presentation to the team
Final interview with the SVP of Data
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.
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.