Satellite Data Systems Engineer

Starion; Latina; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading space company is seeking a PDGS System Engineer to join their team in Italy. In this role, you'll contribute to innovative space missions, managing ground operations and ensuring optimal performance of satellite data management systems. The ideal candidate has a degree in Aerospace Engineering and strong experience in mission operations and software development. Competitive packages and career opportunities are offered, alongside a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Servizi

Competitive remuneration packages

Access to training and development programmes

Flexible relocation support

Competenze

• Proven experience on ground segment implementation.
• Experience in Software development using JAVA, GIT, and SVN.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Mansioni

• Support the preparation and validation of Ground Operations Procedures.
• Monitor acquisition requests and production orders.
• Control the X-band and S-band data.

Conoscenze

Ground segment implementation

Mission Operations

JAVA

GIT

SVN Version Control

Anomaly reports handling

Fluent in English

Formazione

University Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Strumenti

Eclipse RCP

IBM DOORS

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

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 looking for a PDGS System Engineer to work at SITAEL’s premises Roma, Italy.

This is your chance to contribute to pioneering space missions and shape the future of satellite operations!

About the client and location

SITAEL is a private, Italian-based space company that provides specialised, world-leading services for the development of Small Satellites. From initial designs to final production SITAEL is involved throughout the development of their products, with additional experience in various technological industries including avionics and railway-based electronics.

This position is open to protected categories under Italian Law 68 / 99 (“Rules for the right to work of disabled people”). Questa posizione e’ aperta alle categorie protette L. 68 / 99.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and validation of Ground Operations Procedures related to the Ground Segment sub-systems of Payload Data Management.
• Analyse the PDGS infrastructure budget in terms of storage, network and processing performances.
• Handle and manage Ground Operations Procedures during operations execution.
• Monitor the acquisition requests and production orders for products generation based on User queries.
• Control and handle the X-band and S-band data.
• Manage the data during the reception, archive and distribution phases.
• Monitor and keep record of incidents, ensuring adequate anomaly root cause analysis and problem resolution in support to the on-site operations team.
• Take part in the contribution / preparation of Ground Segment AIV and System Operational Validation.
• Analyse the PDGS Integration and Validation test results and generate test reports.
• Support to problems investigation.
• Preparation of Tests Procedures, Test Scripts, and Operational / Training documentation.

Skills and experience

• University Degree or equivalent in Aerospace Engineering, Remote Sensing or any relevant field.
• Proven experience on ground segment implementation.
• Experience in Mission Operations; System specifications / development and / or procurement within a space system.
• Experience in Software development in JAVA, GIT and SVN Version Control software.
• Experience in related activities (test procedure generation, requirements verification and validation, test report generation).
• Experience in anomaly reports (ARs) / non-conformance reports (NCRs) handling, investigation and discussion with clients as well as the supplier.
• Knowledge of SAR, Optical and Hyperspectral payloads.
• Knowledge in Spacecraft simulator development, installation, testing and hands-on operation.
• Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment.
• Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Desirable: Experience in Eclipse RCP / RAP and IBM DOORS.
• Desirable: Fluent in Italian, both written and spoken.

Why should you apply?

You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe. We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry. To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration.

Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support. We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals and ex-service personnel.

About Starion

Starion is a rebranded entity from the RHEA Group, specializing in space consultancy and engineering solutions across Europe. With over 30 years of expertise, we support space, defense, and critical infrastructure projects, driving innovation through AI, quantum, and system engineering. Our teams work on pioneering space missions, delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Strategically located near client offices in Europe, we ensure agility and responsiveness. Our engineers and researchers are industry leaders, developing space-based technologies that tackle global challenges like civil security, climate change, and deforestation.