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Join the European Space Agency as a Space Rider System Engineer for a unique opportunity to be part of exciting space missions.
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Salary
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Location
Frascati, IT
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Organisation summary
The European Space Agency is a key player in the global space industry. We are at the frontline of exciting space missions, contributing to space exploration and research. Based in Frascati, Italy, this role offers a unique opportunity to work on the prestigious Space Rider Programme.
Role Summary
- Serving as a Space Rider System Engineer reporting to the Space Segment Manager
- Supporting space segment system-level analyses, interface harmonisation, and verification activities
- Participating in the definition and consolidation of system performance, orbital and re-entry module considerations
- Interacting with various engineering disciplines and contributing to system, subsystem, and ground-related activities in the project team
Role Requirements
- A master's degree in engineering or a related discipline and minimum of 4 years of professional experience
- Experience in system engineering activities for complex space missions, including space systems definition, development, and implementation
- Familiarity with ECSS standards and their application in the development of space systems
- Excellent cognitive, analytical, planning, and organisational skills
The European Space Agency is seeking a Space Rider System Engineer to join the Space Rider Space Segment of the Space Rider Programme, Flight Programmes Department, Directorate of Space Transportation. This position is based at ESRIN in Frascati, Italy.
The role: As a Space Rider System Engineer, you will report directly to the Space Rider Space Segment Manager. Your responsibilities will include supporting space segment system-level analyses, interface harmonisation, and verification activities. You will also contribute to the consolidation of end-to-end system performance, orbital and re-entry module aspects, and the related ground and post-flight activities. You will be fully integrated into the Space Rider project team and will interact closely with various engineering disciplines. Additionally, you will operate within the Vega and Space Rider Integrated Project Team, contributing to the coherence of system, subsystem, and ground-related activities.
Job requirements: Applicants must have a master's degree in engineering or a related discipline and at least 4 years of relevant professional experience. Experience in system engineering activities for complex space missions, including the definition, development, and implementation of end-to-end space systems is essential. Familiarity with ECSS standards and their application to the development, verification, and qualification of space systems at system and subsystem level is required. Excellent cognitive, analytical, planning, and organisational skills are necessary.
Benefits: This is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years, which may be extended up to a possible maximum duration of 8 years, depending on performance and organisational needs. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. We also accommodate individuals with disabilities whenever possible.
