Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer
Pubblicato il 06-10-2026 - Tmc in Roma
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Join the team managing an Earth observation satellite mission in orbit: flight dynamics, maneuvers, and operations from launch to routine.
About The Member Company
We are a global high-tech consultancy company with a team of entrepreneurial engineers, scientists, and digital experts from around the world. Together we form a fast-growing and proud community. We offer consultancy services to high-profile clients globally in diverse service areas, such as:
- Technology & Engineering
- Energy & Renewables
- Life sciences & Pharma
- Digital & IT
About this vacancy
- You will manage flight dynamics activities during nominal and emergency operations, ensuring constant control of satellite orbits.
- You will handle orbit determination, maneuver planning, and analysis of critical events such as collision risks.
- You will contribute to designing flight dynamics system processes and procedures, automating them where possible using Python tools.
- You will take part in operations validation campaigns before launch.
- You will support the launch and early operations phases (LEOP and commissioning), both in the control room and on standby.
- You will propose improvements to in-orbit control strategies, collaborating with the ground engineering team on the development of tools for future missions.
What we expect from you
- Degree in Aerospace/Space Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Mathematics, Physics, or related fields.
- At least 1 year of experience in flight dynamics operations for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.
- Solid knowledge of orbital mechanics and attitude dynamics.
- Experience in Space Situational Awareness and collision avoidance maneuver management.
- Good proficiency in Python and familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks in parallel, and communicate clearly even under pressure.
- Italian C2 and English B2
What you can expect from us
The position includes a permanent contract, and the base gross annual salary (RAL) offered will not be less than €33,000, in line with the provisions of the CCNL Commercio – Terziario, Distribuzione e Servizi.
TMC is committed to offering a competitive compensation package, and at the end of the selection process, evaluating the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, we may propose a final RAL higher than the indicated level.
In line with our business model, the final compensation package also includes a component of direct participation in project profits (profit sharing), an individual budget of €4,000 net per year for skills development, and an annual welfare credit. Further details will be provided during the selection process, in compliance with current company policies.
TMC is an international high-tech consultancy company that provides expertise to support its clients in tackling their technological challenges. As such, TMC operates as an expert center at the disposal of its clients, helping them become more competitive in an increasingly global and fast-evolving technological world. At TMC, we believe that people drive technology innovation. That’s why we aim to create the best possible conditions for technological talents to thrive. We offer you a stimulating working environment where you can manage your career. Besides our exceptional technical expertise, fun and engagement are significant parts of our culture.
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