Mission Control System Engineer
Pubblicato il 26-08-2026 - 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.
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Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). 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).
The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:
- Design the high level architecture of the Mission Control System, and specify its main functionalities;
- Define MCS requirements and interfaces, including Space to Ground IF and Ground to Ground IF;
- 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);
- Technical management of suppliers, including preparation of SoW and WPD, review of the deliverables associated with MCS components;
- Support the operations team to develop, validate, and implement operational procedures for satellite command and control;
- Participate to periodic technical meetings;
- Participate in the continuous improvement of processes and technological innovation in the field of mission control.
ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (categorie protette L.68/99 art.1), or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment. xysqume
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in STEM disciplines;
- At least four years of relevant work experience;
- Knowledge of Mission Control System concepts, mechanism and functionalities, including:
- Telemetry reception and decoding (Packet and Parameters);
- Telecommand preparation, encoding and releases aspects;
- Mission Information Base / Mission Database management;
- Connectivity with the Ground Stations;
- 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);
- Knowledge of relevant Space Industry Standards, such as ECSS and CCSDS;
- 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;
- Quality orientation, attention to detail and systemic approach;
- 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.
- Due date:
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