Control System Engineer - Innovation
Pubblicato il 25-08-2026 - Atg Europe in Roma
We are looking for a Mission Control System Engineer on behalf of and in support to our client for their location in Rome, Italy. Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage). Design the high level architecture of the Mission Control System, and specify its main functionalities
- Collaborate with satellite specialists for the integration of telemetry, tracking & command (TT&C;)
- Follow MIB (mission information base) construction and maintenance, coordinating the input from satellite manufactures and the activities of MIB specialists
- Conduct integration, validation and verification, and testing to ensure that system requirements and performance are met
- Support real-time operations during critical mission phases (launch, LEOP, commissioning)
- Prepare system related documentation (Specifications, Design, Technical Notes, User Manuals, Test Procedures and Reports)
- Support the operations team to develop, validate, and implement operational procedures for satellite command and control
- Participate in the continuous improvement of processes and technological innovation in the field of mission control. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (categorie protette L.68/99 art.Master’s degree in STEM disciplines
- At least four years of relevant work experience
- Knowledge of Mission Control System concepts, mechanism and functionalities, including: Mission Information Base / Mission Database management
- Solid knowledge of the principles of TT&C;
Experience with TM/TC protocols (CCSDS, ECSS) and Mission Control systems (ESOC, SCOS-2000, EGSCC or equivalent)
- Familiarity with at least one programming language such as Python, C/C++, Java or Linux environments
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex systems
- Excellent problem solving skills and working in multidisciplinary teams
- Good knowledge of technical English;
Experience with real-time satellite operations is considered an asset
- Knowledge of tools for requirements management (e.g. DOORS) and versioning system (e.g Git) is considered an asset;
Experience with ticketing systems (e.g. Jira, Redmine) is considered an asset
- Knowledge of IP networks, IT security and distributed systems is considered an asset
- Familiarity with cloud architectures for ground segments (e.g., Ground Station Network as a Service, microservices and containers) is considered an asset;
Background in machine learning or automation for space operations is considered an asset
- Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.