Telespazio - Space Mission Designer & Developer

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.

Inside the Technology & Innovation - New Mission Design Area in Rome, we are looking for a Space Mission Designer & Developer

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following main activities:

• Analysis, Design and Modelling of Innovative Space Missions
• Digital Twin Development for Space Missions Verification and Demonstration
• AR/VR/MR Interactive Simulations
• Support End2End development

Degree and Seniority:

Degree in Aerospace engineering – Junior

Technical skills and IT tools:

• Solid knowledge of orbital mechanics for mission analysis and design of space missions and experience with tools for trajectory design and mission simulation (e.g. STK / GMAT).
• Basic knowledge of spacecraft subsystems (ADCS, power, thermal, etc.) and ability to support preliminary space segment design, performance analysis, and system integration.
• Knowledge of the System Engineering & Model-Based System Engineering approaches to apply along project life-cycle, from requirement management, architecture and design definition to development and verification/validation acrivities.
• Awareness of real-time system simulation, model integration using APIs, and familiarity with Mission Digital Twin concepts applied to missions and asset monitoring.
• Interest in AR/VR/MR technologies for the development of immersive simulations, training tools, or interactive system visualizations.
• Solid programming capability in Python and MATLAB.

Soft skills:

• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Time Management & Organization
• Interpersonal Skills

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Availability for business trips, if necessary.

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 - Roma - Via Tiburtina, 965

Additional Locations:

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working: