FDIR System Engineer (M/F) REF.FDIR_2026

OHB Italia SpA; Milano; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Milano is seeking an FDIR System Engineer (M/F). You will define the satellite FDIR throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to in-orbit operations. Responsibilities include contributions to architectures and supporting verification processes. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in satellite systems engineering and relevant experience. Fluency in English is required for this role, which offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge space missions.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of satellite systems engineering, mission and operations.
• Experience in various satellite engineering domains (eg. Operations, SW, AOCS/GNC etc.).
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Define the satellite FDIR along the entire project lifecycle.
• Contribute to system, satellite, avionic, and SW architectures.
• Support in orbit operations such as LEOP and commissioning.

Skills

Strong knowledge of satellite systems engineering

Experience in satellite engineering domains

Excellent problem-solving skills

Good interpersonal skills

Education

University degree (Master/PhD) or equivalent education

Job description

OHB Italia is seeking for its Satellite and Missions Business Unit an

FDIR System Engineer (M/F) REF.FDIR_2026

In this position, you will help define the satellite FDIR along the whole project lifecycle, including concept, detailed design, implementation, verification, and in-orbit operations.You will interact with the Lead system engineer and all the different disciplines as OBSW, Avionics, AOCS/GNC, Propulsion, Power, Thermal etc.The successful candidate has a deep and proven knowledge of missions, space systems, subsystems and equipment.Tasks:

• FDIR concept, design, consolidation and fine tuning
• Contribution to system, satellite, avionic and SW architectures
• Contribution to Software specification
• Contribution to User Manuals
• Spacecraft operational constraints identification and analysis
• Contribution to verification process and campaign
• Participation in project technical and progress meetings
• Participation to system and equipment reviews
• Support to in orbit operations (LEOP, commissioning etc.)

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of satellite systems engineering, mission and operations
• Experience in various satellite engineering domains (eg. Operations, SW, AOCS/GNC etc.)
• Excellent sense of responsibility
• Structured hands-on work-approach
• Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Customer oriented thinking-approach
• University degree (Master/PhD) or equivalent education plus relevant proven work experience in industry
• Fluent in spoken and written English