Vega-C Launch System and Operations Engineer

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ph3Vega-C Launch System and Operations Engineer /h3pJob Requisition ID: 20847 /ppDate Posted: 3 September 2026 /ppClosing Date: 24 September :59 CET/CEST /ppPublication: Internal External /ppType of Appointment: 4 years, extendable to indefinite /ppDirectorate: Space Transportation /ppWorkplace: Frascati, IT /ppGrade Band: A2 - A4 /ph3Location /h3pESRIN, Frascati, Italy /ph3Description /h3pVega-C Launch System and Operations Engineer in the Vega and Space Rider Launch System and Engineering Division, Flight Programmes Department, Directorate of Space Transportation. /ppUnder the direct authority of the Vega and Space Rider Launch System and Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the launcher-to-ground interfaces and launch campaign operations in line with the role and responsibilities assigned to the Vega and Space Rider Integrated Project Team. You will also support the technical coordination and implementation of common technical activities across the Vega and Space Rider Programmes, with particular responsibility for launch system operations, launch campaign engineering, operational validation and launcher-to-ground segment integration. /ph3Duties /h3pYour task and responsibilities will include: /pullicontributing to the harmonisation of launch campaign engineering approaches across Vega-C, Vega-E, and Space Rider programmes, supporting the definition, validation and continuous improvement of operational concepts and exploitation processes; /lilifollowing up industrial activities relating to launch campaign operations, launcher processing, integration activities, operational validation and associated developments aimed at improving system competitiveness, launch cadence and operational efficiency; /lilisupporting the preparation, execution and post-flight assessment of launch campaigns, contributing to the monitoring of technical issues, anomaly investigations, corrective actions and lessons learned; /lilisupporting the maintenance and qualification status of launch system operational products, ensuring consistency between launch system definition, operations engineering, launcher qualification status and operational documentation; /lilisupporting, under the coordination of the Technical Coordinator, the specification, development, validation and evolution of operational concepts for future launcher developments,



including Vega-E and subsequent launcher evolutions; /lilicoordinating the preparation and maintenance of launcher-to-ground segment Interface requirements documents, interface control documents, operational procedures and related technical documentation; /lilicontributing to launcher system trade-offs relating to operational concepts, ground segment integration, launch campaign optimisation, industrialisation and exploitation readiness; /lilisupporting the monitoring of technical risks, operational constraints and interface issues affecting launch campaigns and exploitation activities, proposing mitigation actions and supporting their implementation; /lilisupporting the harmonisation and digitalisation of engineering and operational processes, including requirements management, configuration management, interface management, model-based engineering and operational data management activities. /li /ulh3Technical competencies /h3ulliSystem engineering /liliMultidisciplinary knowledge of your area of responsibility /liliKnowledge of industrial costs and schedule aspects /liliESA space system development, verification and review processes and standards /liliLaunch campaign operations /li /ulh3Behavioural competencies /h3ulliResult Orientation /liliOperational Efficiency /liliFostering Cooperation /liliRelationship Management /liliContinuous Improvement /liliForward Thinking /li /ulh3Education And Professional Experience /h3pA master's degree in a relevant engineering field is required for this post together with 5 years of relevant professional experience. /ph3Additional Requirements /h3pDirect experience in the development of Vega-related programmes, as well as in launch campaigns, will be considered an asset. /ph3Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness /h3pESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.



/ppAt the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at /ph3Important Information and Disclaimer /h3pIn principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master’s degree, the position may be filled at A1 level. /ppApplicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations eligible to acquire the security clearance by their national security administrations. /ppDuring the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures. /ppNote that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position. /ppThe information published on ESA’s careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have. /ph3Nationality and Languages /h3pPlease note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia. /ppAccording to the ESA Convention, staff shall be recruited on the basis of their qualifications, taking into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the Member States. /ppThe working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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