In the heart of the rainforest, just a few kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean, lies one of the most important spaceports in the world — and GTD is right there, making missions possible. Our team in Kourou brings software and operational excellence to the European space sector, supporting launches of Ariane and Vega vehicles from the Guiana Space Centre. It’s a place where nature is wild, the pace is intense, and every launch is a shared triumph.
At the Guiana Space Centre, GTD supports critical phases of space missions:
Living in French Guiana means more than work — it’s an experience. Here, our team shares more than tasks: they share sunsets on the beach, jungle hikes, barbecues, and the unique rhythm of life in a tropical launch hub. There’s a special kind of bond that forms when your job is to help Europe reach space — surrounded by nature that’s as untamed as the missions are precise.
“You don’t just work here. You grow here, launch after launch.”
— Elena Cal, Head of GTD at the Center Spatial Guyanais, Kourou.
