Mission Analysis & Flight Dynamics Engineer
Pubblicato il 10-08-2026 - Leaf Space in Bardi
ph3About Leaf Space /h3 /brpLeaf Space is a rapidly growingscale-up companyand aleading provider of ground segment as-a-service (GSaaS) solutions.
Our innovative and proprietary concept is focused on providing satellite and launch vehicle connectivity as-a-service, enabling clients to efficiently manage their assets and fully exploit data.
OurGSaaSsolutions have been recognized by the market for their efficiency, security, and effectiveness in supporting different applications, from remote sensing to IoT communications.
/p /brh3About Leaf Space /h3 /brpLeaf Space is a rapidly growingscale-up companyand aleading provider of ground segment as-a-service (GSaaS) solutions.
Our innovative and proprietary concept is focused on providing satellite and launch vehicle connectivity as-a-service, enabling clients to efficiently manage their assets and fully exploit data.
OurGSaaSsolutions have been recognized by the market for their efficiency, security, and effectiveness in supporting different applications, from remote sensing to IoT communications.
/p /brh3Job Overview /h3 /brpLeaf Space is developing a satellite-based mesh network and needs a Mission Analysis Flight Dynamics Engineer to convert orbital geometry into operational insight.
You'll model how our spacecraft see each other and the ground, quantify network performance throughout the constellation lifecycle, and use that analysis to guide design, deployment, and operations decisions.
This hands?on analytical role directly impacts how the network is architected and flown.
/p /brh3Responsibilities /h3 /brul /brliAnalyze satellite-to-satellite and satellite-to-ground visibilities, contact windows, and link geometries across the constellation.
/li /brliSupport mission analysis and flight dynamics activities for the Leaf Line service /li /brliModel orbit geometries and dynamics — relative motion, phasing,
coverage, revisit, and constellation deployment/maintenance strategies.
/li /brliAssess mesh network topology and connectivity over time: routing feasibility, latency, capacity, and resilience as the geometry evolves.
/li /brliAnalyze ground station network capacity needs and system performance simulations /li /brliBuild and maintain simulation and analysis tools; automate recurring studies and produce clear, decision?ready results.
Support engineering trade?off studies by providing quantitative mission analysis.
/li /brliWork closely with systems engineering, flight dynamics, and operations to translate mission requirements into analysis and back into design trade?offs.
/li /br /ul /brh3Qualifications And Studies /h3 /brul /brliDegree in aerospace engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
/li /brliRoughly 3–5 years of relevant experience in mission analysis, flight dynamics, or space systems.
/li /br /ul /brh3Requirements /h3 /brul /brliTech skills /li /brliSolid grounding in orbital mechanics: reference frames, propagation, constellation design, and access/visibility analysis.
/li /brliProgramming for analysis and automation — Python strongly preferred (NumPy, and libraries such as Astropy, Skyfield, poliastro or equivalent).
/li /brliExperience with mission analysis tools (e.g., GMAT, STK/Ansys, FreeFlyer, or similar).
/li /brliAbility to communicate analysis clearly to engineers and decision?makers.
/li /brliFamiliarity with satellite communications, link budgets, or network/routing concepts.
/li /brliExposure to operational flight dynamics or ground segment.
/li /brliSoft skills /li /brliExcellent cross?functional communication skills to interface effectively with engineering teams, suppliers and management.
/li /brliStrong analytical and problem?solving skills with the ability to communicate complex analyses clearly.
/li /brliRigorous, detail?oriented approach, with a preference for measured/verified data over assumptions, and transparency when prior estimates need correction.
/li /brliComfortable working in a fast?moving, still?maturing product environment, iterating on both architecture and hands?on implementation.
/li /brliFluent English (written and spoken) required, given interaction with external international partners.
/li /br /ul /brh3What We Offer /h3 /brul /brliA flat and collaborative organizational structure /li /brliA fast?paced and professional environment within a rapidly growing space scale?up /li /brliChallenging projects with real impact on the global space ecosystem /li /brliAn international and diverse workplace /li /brliComprehensive benefits package, including a welfare platform, meal vouchers, a hybrid work policy supporting work?life balance, and training opportunities /li /br /ul /brh3COMPENSATION TRANSPARENCY /h3 /brul /brliReports to: Head of Engineering /li /brliCareer level: P3 – Experienced Professional /li /brliJob location: Lomazzo (Como), Italy | Hybrid work model /li /brliSalary range: *****K /li /brliVariable compensation: 10% on annual gross salary /li /brliBenefits: Meal vouchers (€8/day) /li /brliWelfare platform /li /brliHybrid working /li /brliExpected start date: /li /br /ul /p #J-*****-Ljbffr