Spacecraft Operations Engineer

Aurora Technology BV; Roma; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading aerospace firm is seeking a passionate Spacecraft Operations Engineer to support operations in Italy. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Aerospace Engineering and possess experience in spacecraft operations. Responsibilities include preparing Flight Operations Procedures and monitoring routine operations. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and unique career opportunities within the SSC Group. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the EU.

Servizi

Competitive remuneration package

Unique career opportunities

Personalized training and development programmes

Competenze

• Legally allowed to work in the EU with European citizenship.
• Proven experience in spacecraft operations.
• Familiarity with ground control systems.

Mansioni

• Prepare and validate Flight Operations Procedures (FOP).
• Participate in validation activities and simulations.
• Conduct commissioning activities during extended office hours.
• Monitor routine operations and react to anomalies.

Conoscenze

Strong problem-solving skills

Troubleshooting skills

Advanced English communication

Self-learning skills

Formazione

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Degree in Space Systems or Telecommunications

Strumenti

Flight dynamics tools

Mission planning tools

Descrizione del lavoro

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Job Description

On behalf of the Italian subsidiary of the group – SSC Italy – we are seeking passionate individuals with a strong background in space engineering and experience in real‑time operations to support one of our customers in Italy. If you are eager to make a significant impact in the space industry, apply now and embark on an extraordinary space journey with us.

Requirements

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Space Systems, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in spacecraft operations, including direct involvement in LEOP and commissioning activities.
• Strong knowledge of satellite subsystems.
• Familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning tools and ground control systems.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills in time‑critical environments.
• Advanced level of English and excellent communication skills.
• Self‑learning skills.
• Experience in LEO missions will be a plus.

Legal and Security Requirements

• Applicants must be legally allowed to work in the EU and hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
• Copy of passport and degree(s) certificate.
• Good conduct certificate from the country where currently resident.
• Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference checks.

Responsibilities

• Flight Operations Procedures (FOP) preparation and validation.
• Preparation of and participation in validation activities and simulations.
• Contribution to LEOP execution for several launches, including shift support for few days.
• Conducting commissioning activities during daytime, i.e. extended office hours including weekends.
• Monitoring routine operations and reacting to anomalies.
• Provision of on‑call support outside office hours, for example to react to collision alerts.
• Performing mission planning activities and generating corresponding products.
• Executing flight dynamics tasks.
• Offline analysis of the subsystem performance and reports generation.
• Anomaly reports handling (authoring, action processing and support of review boards).
• Participation in and provision of training.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of operations.
• Work closely with thecraft Operations Manager and the Ground Segment Operations Engineers.

Job Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package, recognizing the value of your skills and expertise.
• Unique career opportunities, including the possibility of working in other countries with our SSC Group.
• Personalized training and development programmes.

Prior to 2025-11-15, please apply via our Job Application form.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Defense and Space Manufacturing