System Verification

To support our Company’s growth, we are looking for an enthusiastic Validation and Verification (V&V) Systems Engineer who will be part of our Systems Engineering Unit contributing to the development of Small Satellite platforms, with a primary focus on the coordination and execution of the validation and verification activities across all stages of the spacecraft lifecycle. This role ensures that the satellite and every component meet mission requirements, guaranteeing the project’s overall success. As a Validation and Verification (V&V) Systems Engineer, you will oversee all crucial elements of the spacecraft lifecycle, managing subsystems and system-level tasks. Your responsibilities include defining, organizing, and carrying out all activities required to validate and verify both the spacecraft, the payload and its components throughout each phase of the mission to ensure the success of the project. Involvement in space projects as accountable for Verification and Validation in all mission phases (from phase 0/A up to E) Definition the model philosophy, the verification approach and strategy Accountability for the redaction of test specifications, collecting information and needs from all the disciplines and delegating the ones they cannot redact on their own Maintain the VCD, collecting all the verification reports from all the disciplines Maintain the Verification schedule, reporting to the Integrated Project Team Support to the Systems Engineering colleagues on the definition and management of technical requirements and specifications throughout the entire project lifecycle Preparation of technical documentation, reports and technical notes Support Flight Operations Team in definition and execution of the mission Interface with Quality Department and participate in (external/internal) NRB and NCR processes and configuration control processes Master’s degree in Aerospace or Space Engineering or related technical field At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within space field Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams High flexibility and team-working capability Ability to work within multidisciplinary and international teams Excellent written and oral communication in English REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS Knowledge of mission, system and subsystems requirements definition and validation Knowledge of Spacecraft and Subsytems model philosophies and overall test campaign stages Good understanding of satellite architecture and design with CubeSat and SmallSat platforms Knowledge of system engineering tools and processes Knowledge of interfaces between subsystems (data, power, electrical) Knowledge of aerospace systems applicable standards, such as ECSS, MIL, NASA STD Knowledge of space component technologies and European/market of Small Satellite Knowledge of Product Assurance and Quality management processes Knowledge of system budgets (at least mass, power, energy, volume) Experience with MBSE approach and implementation Knowledge of JIRA and Confluence in Agile working framework Experience with in-orbit spacecraft operations Performed projects review under Agency supervision (e.g. Opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a very innovative environment Professional training and career development opportunities Flexible working time schedule and a hybrid work policy Monthly "Free-Day"
- every second Friday: time off to dedicate to your family and/or hobbies A diversified community that organizes extra-work and fun activities These evaluations will be carried out in alignment with the candidate’s seniority, skills, and experience, as well as with the scope and responsibilities of the role. Any compensation proposal will be defined in compliance with the principles of fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, in accordance with applicable regulations. Our selection process is built on impartiality, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. As part of our commitment to inclusivity, we actively encourage applications from individuals belonging to protected categories (Law 68/99). This opportunity is open to everyone, regardless, for instance, of ethnic or cultural background, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or national origin. This announcement is aimed at both sexes, under laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and all nationalities, under legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03. Argotec is an Italian aerospace company specializing in the production of small satellite platforms (from 6U Cubesats up to +250kg-platforms) and innovative products to improve the comfort of space explorers. Thanks to its facilities and know-how, the company's activities follow the "all in-house" concept, which includes design, de