Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer
Pubblicato il 19-10-2026 - SITAEL in Latina
In the frame of SITAEL Ground, Operations and User Segments Unit (as part of the Space Systems Department) we are looking for a Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer that will join our future Operation Engineering teams within an important Earth Observation satellite mission contract. Responsibilities * Conduct orbit determination, maneuver planning, and analyze orbital events such as conjunctions. * Computation and monitoring of the satellite orbit * Definition of FDS workflows * Development and validation of FDS operational procedures (manual and python-based pipelines) * Preparation and participation in System Operations Validation Test Campaigns * Preparation of LEOP and Commissioning operations * On-console activities during LEOP and on-call support * Routine and emergency flight dynamics operations * Propose improvements to the in-orbit control strategies and support GS Engineering Team for specification and development of flight dynamics facility for future missions Technical Skills,
Qualifications and Professional Experience * University degree in a relevant engineering field, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics or Physics. * Relevant working experience in operational mission, orbit determination and control. * Expertise in orbit and attitude dynamics of satellites. * Experience in SSA activities and CAM management. * Ability to communicate clearly under both nominal and time-critical conditions. * At least 3 years of operational experience in FDS operations for LEO satellites * Ability to work independently * Fluency in English, both in speech and writing * Expertise in python scripting * Experience with unix/linux OS based systems * Ability to coordinate activities internal and external to the team * Well‐organised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel RAL: €45,000 – €55,000, based on the candidate's experience and skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr