Satellite Electronic Test Engineer

Thales; Torino; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global space manufacturer in Torino is seeking a dedicated engineer to operate and support EGSE during AIT test phases. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Electronic or Computer Engineering along with experience in analog and digital design, Linux administration, and network troubleshooting. Candidates must be willing to travel abroad and work on shifts. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to pioneering space projects.

Servizi

Career development opportunities

International work experience

Competenze

• Master’s degree in Electronic or Computer Engineering is preferred.
• Good knowledge of analog and digital electronics design and testing.
• Practical experience in using laboratory instruments.

Mansioni

• Support to define and procure EGSE components.
• Write EGSE documentation for the project.
• Manage and maintain EGSE hardware and software.
• Participate in software design and development.
• Prepare and maintain satellite database.
• Analyze EGSE malfunctions and troubleshooting.

Conoscenze

Analog and digital electronics design and testing

Linux operating systems administration

Microsoft operating systems administration

LAN network design and troubleshooting

C programming language

Scripting language

Use of laboratory instruments

English B2 level

Formazione

Master’s degree in Electronic or Computer Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

About Us

A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering for more than 40 years high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Our customers (governments, institutions, space agencies, telecommunications operators) have Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate.

About The Job

In this role the employee will operate on EGSE and support various AIT test phases during the project life. The working site is Torino, with potential abroad support during external test campaigns (around 1 year in Europe) including launch campaigns (around 3 months, usually in the USA).

Working on shift 24h/7d may be required on the basis of the program AIT schedule. Availability to travel abroad and to work on shift is mandatory.

Your major duties

• Support to define and procure EGSE components, write specifications and follow the EGSE supplier.
• Write EGSE documentation (e.g. design and development plan, installation and commissioning procedures).
• Manage and maintain fully operative hardware and software EGSE during all AIT activities up to launch campaign.
• Participate to design/develop test support software (e.g. basic library, post processing and analysis tool).
• Prepare and maintain satellite database on EGSE.
• Analyze EGSE malfunction, issue NCR (Non Conformance Report), manage the supplier to quickly solve it. Support and conduct troubleshooting and analysis in case of anomalies.
• Install EGSE and execute commissioning/validation procedures at all foreseen external sites.

About You

Education

Master’s degree in Electronic or Computer Engineering is preferred. Other master’s degrees will be evaluated if the required skills are met.

Skills and knowledge

• Good knowledge of analog and digital electronics design and testing.
• Good knowledge of Linux and Microsoft operating systems as administrator.
• Good knowledge of LAN network design, installation and troubleshooting, protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, RDP, SSH), firewall configuration, packet routing.
• Good knowledge of C programming language and a scripting language.
• Basic knowledge of data bus protocols.
• Basic knowledge of databases.
• Practical experience in using laboratory instruments (e.g. digital multimeter, power supply, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, electronic load).
• At least English B2 overall level is mandatory.

The following knowledge will be considered a plus:

• Telecommunication and radio frequency design.
• EGSE architecture and main components.
• Satellite/Space System electrical architecture and typical component/subsystem functionality.
• Satellite data busses 1553, CAN Bus, SpaceWire, and ESA Telemetry/Telecommand CCSDS/PUS data packet standard.
• Real time system and embedded/distributed architectures, parallel programming.
• Advanced SW design and development.
• Programming languages: C++, Java, TCL, bash, C#, Python, QT framework.
• Windows or Linux certifications.
• Cisco CCNA certification or equivalent.
• Fluent English (C1).

Personal abilities

• Customer focused, proactive attitude.
• Organized and methodical approach to the work with strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, to work autonomously or in a team.
• Strong drive to achieve results within time and cost constraints.
• Problem solving attitude.
• Able to work in a team.

At Thales Alenia Space we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales Alenia Space employing around 8,900 employees in 10 countries with 17 sites in Europe and a plant in the US, our mobility policy enables employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad. Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth. Great journeys start here, apply now!