Navigation & Orbital GNC Lead Engineer

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Avio is a leading company in the design and development of launchers and solid, liquid, and cryogenic propulsion systems. Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Colleferro (Rome), the company has an international presence in Italy, France, and French Guiana.

With over 1,500 professionals—30% of whom are engaged in research and development—Avio represents a true Italian excellence in the field of launchers and defense programs.

The experience and know-how gained over more than 50 years of activity in the space sector enable us to compete with the top players in the industry. Today, we are the only Italian company among the limited number of countries worldwide capable of designing and manufacturing space launch vehicles.

We are constantly looking for curious, ambitious, and motivated professionals with a strong interest in innovation.

Posizione:

The resource will be in charge of coordinating the Orbital GNC unit, leading a team of 3–4 people to design, validate and qualify GNC algorithms for orbital platforms and service modules.

In particular, the following technical activities fall within the role:

- Derivation of GNC/AOCS specifications from high-level requirements
- R&D; relating to algorithms in the field of control, pointing and navigation
- Writing/modifying SW prototypes
- Modeling of dynamics, disturbances and complex systems (6DOF models and multibody)
- Drafting validation plans for test campaigns, including Hardware-In-The-Loop test campaigns
- Verification of performance in closed and open loop
- Producing summary reports for:the progress of activitiesthe compliance of the system with respect to high-level specifications

The following management activities fall within the role:





- Coordination of resources and planning of AOCS team activities
- Coordination with the different Technical Authorities across disciplines
- Interface with external teams, both institutional (ESA, ASI) and commercial (Subcos)
- Management of the formal flow of activities for the preparation of the different reviews

The resource will report directly to the team leader of the MGS group (Flight Mechanics / GNC / Flight Software).

Requisiti:

Technical Requirements

Master’s degree in aerospace or aeronautical engineering

5 years of experience in projects related to GNC design/validation for satellite systems/orbital platforms/navigation

Solid background across aerospace disciplines (orbital flight mechanics, GNC, propulsion, structures, thermal)

Knowledge of IT tools and software (MS Office package), Matlab/Simulink, and programming languages such as C and Fortran

Altre informazioni:

For this position, a salary band is defined, ranging from a minimum of €50,000 to a maximum of €60,000, based on objective and neutral factors, in accordance with the provisions of the National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) for the Chemical Industry, applied to the Professional role.

In addition, the following benefits are provided:

- Production bonus and quality bonus applicable to all employment categories




- Annual Participation Premio, calculated based on the employee’s category and attendance in the previous year, with the option to convert it into welfare benefits
- Pension schemes
- Supplementary health insurance
- Dedicated training plan
- Company canteen/bar
- Smart working (up to 6 days per month)
- Wellbeing program: Avio People Caring (various initiatives and agreements dedicated to our employees)
- Avio Welcome Kit

We promote an inclusive, fair and respectful working environment. Our recruitment processes are based on objective and neutral criteria, without any discrimination related to gender, age, origin, orientation, identity, or any other personal characteristics.

This job posting is open to all individuals, regardless of gender, in accordance with Legislative Decree 198/2006. We reject any form of discrimination and strongly believe in equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion.

Working at Avio means pursuing a passion for a dream called space: a world without borders, to which Avio contributes through the advancement of its launchers, enabling extraordinary progress for humanity. It means being part of a stimulating and highly technological environment, where you can contribute to innovative and international projects while developing highly qualified professional skills. We offer training and career paths aimed at fostering growth and acquiring new know-how, with the opportunity to take part in unique international projects.

Benefit: Assicurazione sanitaria, Programmi di sconto per i dipendenti, Programma benessere, Mensa aziendale, Fondo pensione, Programma di riconoscimenti e premi, Premio per risultati individuali -MBO

Vedi l’offerta su Go Lavoro: golavoro.it/annuncio-lavoro/7ezi0i