Space Innovation Platform Engineer

Starion; Paris; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development opportunities

International work opportunities

Training programs

Relocation support

Job summary

Join a leading international group in Space Engineering as a Space Innovation Platform Engineer at ESA HQ in Paris. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects, develop automation solutions, and collaborate with top organizations in the field. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in a relevant discipline, strong programming skills, and a passion for innovation.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant experience in space systems engineering.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing new OSIP Campaigns and Channels with ESA experts.
• Developing new web tools for dissemination and communication.
• Proactively improving automation solutions for report generation.

Skills

Automation

Python programming

Web application development

Innovation processes

Customer-focused communication

Education

Master’s degree in space science or engineering

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Starion

Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come?

We are currently looking for a Space Innovation Platform Engineer to work at ESA HQ in Paris, France.

About the client and location

The European Space Agency’s (ESA) headquarters are based in Paris, France. It is from here that all major political and administrative decisions are made regarding ESA’s programmes, budgets, and future plans.

Tasks and activities

The scope of work will include:

1. Preparing new OSIP Campaigns and Channels with ESA experts to identify innovative ideas across the agency.
2. Participating in final presentations for Discovery and Preparation activities.
3. Providing system engineering expertise in the planning and execution of activities.
4. Supporting the Office’s goal to inform stakeholders about ongoing and past activities via web stories and documentation, utilizing automated, scripted, and ad hoc information input methods.
5. Developing new web tools to enhance dissemination and communication.
6. Creating training and guidance materials for tools used by the Office (e.g., OSIP, NEBULA).
7. Proactively developing and improving automation solutions, especially for report generation tasks.
8. Supporting office reporting to stakeholders through automation and scripting, integrating information from various sources and databases.

Skills and experience

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

1. A Master’s degree in space science or engineering disciplines with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
2. A strong academic background in space systems engineering, with knowledge of automation (e.g., Python programming) and an interest in innovation processes.
3. Basic knowledge of web application development and administration.
4. Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages.
5. Interest or basic knowledge of innovation platforms and open innovation.
6. Willingness to learn new skills and adapt in a dynamic environment.
7. Natural curiosity and passion for new subjects.
8. Ability to work autonomously and in a team within an international, multicultural setting.
9. Solution-oriented mindset with customer-focused communication skills.
10. Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Why should you apply?

• Opportunity to work with leading space organizations across Europe.
• A chance to think creatively and push industry boundaries.
• Join a forward-thinking company that values integrity, inspiration, care, and collaboration.
• Benefits include competitive pay, career development, international work opportunities, training programs, and relocation support.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, and ex-service personnel.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering Services, Space Research and Technology, IT Services and IT Consulting