Mission Planning System Engineer

Closer to Space, closer to the Future: join Telespazio- Leonardo Space Division

Leonardo is a leading global industrial group in Aerospace, Defence and Security, delivering advance multi-domain technologies across Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cybersecurity, and Space. As part of the Leonardo Space Division,
Telespazio, a joint venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%)
, is a global reference in the field of satellite solutions and services. With a workforce of over 3.300 professionals across its offices in Europe and around the world, Telespazio operates an international network of Space Centres and Teleports, offering cutting-edge solutions in Geoinformation Services, Satellite Systems and Operations, and Satellite Communications.

Join us as we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in Space.

The Mission Planning System Engineer designs and implements Mission Planning System solutions for the Ground Segment of new satellite constellations, such as Earth Observation and Optical Communications. The role involves generating mission plans and ensuring compliance with mission constraints, including power, thermal, guidance, platform, and payload constraints.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of hands-on experience, works effectively in a team environment, and is familiar with Agile SCRUM methodology.

Activities:

• Analysing the mission requirements and mission constraints to determine the satellite models to be adopted.
• To design, coordinate the development of software solutions for Mission planning system also in big constellation scenarios.
• To analyse and integrate external satellite models (e.g. external guidance libraries) into the Mission Planning system
• To contribute to the technical project documentation (such as Requirements Documents, Operations Concept Document, Operations Engineering Plan, User and Administration Manual, Test Procedures, etc.)
• To assist in project reviews if/when required

Competencies:

• Proven Knowledge of flight dynamics
• Proven Experience in Mission Planning system design and implementation
• Software Design Principles
• Experience in Microservices applications design
• Knowledge of Programming Languages: Java, Python
• Knowledge of security coding standards (OWASP, CWE/SANS)
• Knowledge of Container Orchestration frameworks (Kubernetes, OpenShift, etc)
• Master's Degree in Aerospace, Automation and Information Engineering (5 years) with competences in flight dynamics
• PHD in Aerospace matters is appreciated
• High-level written and verbal English communication skills
• Quality standards and provisions

Further Skills:

• Knowledge about configuration management domain (GIT, GITLAB, etc)
• Knowledge of software security mechanisms (encryption, signature)
• Experience in Multiple technology stacks application development
• Experience in system engineering, design and modelling

What We Offer:

• A stimulating and dynamic working environment with flexible working hours
• Hybrid working (onsite and off-site)
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Meal voucher, company canteen and employee welfare programs
• Free access to online learning platform with courses from top universities
• Opportunities for international experiences

Why Telespazio
: At Telespazio, the well-being, safety, and development of our people are at the heart of our corporate culture. We actively foster an inclusive, diverse, and stimulating work environment, promoting the principles of equity and the value of diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.