Data Handling Subsystem Engineer
Pubblicato il 06-10-2026 - Thales Group in Torino
Overview
In this role you will contribute to the design and validation of the Data Handling Subsystem for high-profile space missions.
You will work within the DHS team to define OBC, RTU and MMU interfaces, and ensure reliable on-board processing and communications.
You will engage across multi-disciplinary teams to deliver robust avionics solutions for missions like LISA, GAM, and LightShip-1.
This is a chance to influence critical space infrastructure and work in an international, mission-driven environment.
Responsabilità
Contribute to the design and specification of the DHS and its units (OBC, RTU, MMU)
Define electrical and communication interfaces between DH units and system avionics
Specify and validate DH communication protocols (MIL****, CAN, SpaceWire, TTEthernet, RS232/RS442/RS485, SPI, I2C)
Assist in procurement of DH subsystems and units via subcontractors
Support integration and test (AIT) of the DH subsystem with system avionics
Define and specify DH Test Benches for Processor In the Loop (PIL), Hardware In the Loop (HIL) and Closed Loop tests
Support requirements verification and resolve non-conformities
Contribute to technical and managerial meetings and formal reviews with the Customer
Requisiti fondamentali
Master's degree in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent)
At least 2 years of professional experience in DHS design or testing at subsystem or unit level
Knowledge of avionics architecture for design trade-offs
Experience with space-qualified multicore microprocessors (LEON, PPC) and development environments (GRMON, UBOOT, ECLIPSE)
Knowledge of space-qualified DH components (Memories, FPGA, ADC, DAC)
Proficiency in C, C++, Python; basic knowledge of Assembler
Familiarity with RTOS (RTEMS, VXWORKS) is a plus
Knowledge of modeling tools (Matlab/Simulink, PSPICE)
Knowledge of VHDL and FPGA synthesis tools
Knowledge of ECSS CCSDS standards relevant to DH and Communications
Proficient English
Willingness to travel for short periods
Ability to work in multicultural teams
Ability to present and discuss solutions with customers
Teamwork in multicultural environments
Effective communication and presentation
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Avionics architecture and trade-off decision making
DHS unit interfaces (OBC, RTU, MMU)
Space-qualified components (memories, FPGA, ADC/DAC)