Ground System Engineer & Architect

We are looking for multiple Ground System Engineer & Architects on behalf of and in support to our client for their location in Rome, Milan or Turin, Italy.

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:

• Definition of ground segment design, development and programmatic framework;

• Definition and justification of S/S architecture, from concept to detailed design phase;

• Definition and control of S/S technical interfaces, internal and external;

• Definition and control of system technical budget and margins;

• Technical management of Mission Planning, Flight Dynamics, Satellite Control Center, Ground Stations, User Ground Segment;

• Technical management of subsystems design activities down to component level;

• Competence in communication network protocols, data transfer methods, cloud-based systems.

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or comparable degree;

• At least 5 years of professional experience in Ground Segment (G/S) engineering projects for space systems, in Phase C/D;

• Professional experience of at least five years in definition and design of S/S for EO systems for institutional and/or commercial customers;

• Strong competences in design and development of EO space;

• Experience in the definition, management and traceability of requirements structure with the support of DOORS;

• Use of simulation and computing tools for the definition of G/S performances, e.g. STK, Python, MATLAB;

• Proven capability to define G/S design throughout the support of model-based methods, techniques and tools (e.g. SysML, UML);

• Sound knowledge of ground system engineering processes, and ground system and software life cycles;

• Sound knowledge of relevant ECSS standards ;

• Excellent conceptual and analytical skills;

• Ability to devise creative solutions and think out of the box;

• Proven heritage and attitude for problem solving and project team management;

• High level of flexibility, willingness to work in international teams and ability to keep tight schedules;

• High motivation, proactive working approach and strong sense of responsibility;

• Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills;

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU;

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

• Some knowledge of Italian is an asset.

• Due date: 2026-09-16