Telespazio- Satellite Operations Engineer

Job Description:

Closer to Space, closer to the Future: join Telespazio!

Telespazio, a joint venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), is a global leader in satellite solutions and services. Established in Italy in 1961 and headquartered in Rome, the company is a key player in the Space Alliance, a strategic partnership with Thales Alenia Space, offering a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge space services. With over 3.300 professionals across its subsidiaries in Europe and Latin America, Telespazio operates a vast international network of Space Centers and Teleport stations, providing innovative solutions that drive progress in Geoinformation Services, Satellite Systems and Operations and Satellite Communications.

Join us as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in Space.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following activities:

• prepare the satellite operations including Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP), Commissioning and Routine phases operations, developing, testing, validating and maintaining flight operations plans and procedures, satellite database and the necessary operations items and tools

• plan and execute satellite operations in LEOP, Commissioning and Routine phase

• support analysis and investigation of operational events and anomalies related to the satellite and ground segment elements

• prepare and execute System Validation Tests with the satellite on ground

• contribute to prepare simulation campaigns and participate in them

• assist in the provision of training to the Mission Control Centre operations personnel

• support in-orbit operations coordination of satellite activities with the system level operations

• support the operational validation of Mission Control Centre

• prepare operations reports

• contribute to the satellite long term analysis and performance assessment

• preparation of technical notes and attendance at technical meetings and reviews as necessary

Degree and Seniority:

• University master degree in aerospace

• At least 1 year of experience in the satellite operations

SKILLS :

Candidates should be system-minded, self-motivated, disciplined and results oriented with strong interpersonal skills, team working capability, flexibility and capability to adapt to complex situations and strengths in analysis, synthesis and presentation.

Candidates should have solid programming/software engineering skills with good knowledge of MATLAB, and one of Python, C++ and Java and be fluent in English.

What We Offer:

• A stimulating and dynamic working environment with flexible working hours

• Hybrid working (onsite and off-site)

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Meal voucher, company canteen and employee welfare programs 

• Free access to online learning platform with courses from top universities

• Opportunities for international experiences

Why Telespazio: At Telespazio, the well-being, safety, and development of our people are at the heart of our corporate culture. We actively foster an inclusive, diverse, and stimulating work environment, promoting the principles of equity and the value of diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Seniority:

Primary Location:

IT - Fucino

Additional Locations:

Contract Type:

Permanent

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