Ground System Engineer & Architect Ref. Ground Sys_2026

Overview

In this role you design and oversee the ground segment for space missions, aligning architecture with mission goals and programmatic constraints. You will collaborate across Mission Planning, Flight Dynamics, and Ground Stations to ensure robust, compliant G/S solutions. You drive MBSE approaches and CBSE-like traceability to meet ECSS standards while maintaining schedules. This position offers international collaboration and a chance to shape EO ground systems for institutional and commercial customers.

Responsabilità Define ground segment design and programmatic framework

Justify S/S architecture from concept to detailed design

Control S/S technical interfaces internal and external

Manage system technical budget and margins

Lead technical activities for Mission Planning, Flight Dynamics, Satellite Control Center, Ground Stations, and User Ground Segment

Oversee subsystems design down to component level

Apply competence in communication networks, data transfer, and cloud-based systems

Requisiti fondamentali Ten+ years in Ground Segment engineering for space systems (Phase C/D mandatory)

Five+ years in definition and design of S/S for EO systems for institutional/commercial customers

Strong experience in EO system design

Experience defining and managing requirements with DOORS

Proficiency with simulation tools for G/S performance (STK, Python, MATLAB)

Ability to apply model-based methods (SysML, UML) to G/S design

Solid knowledge of ground system engineering processes and life cycles

Knowledge of ECSS standards

Excellent analytical and communication skills

Fluency in English; Italian desirable

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Problem solving and creative thinking

Proactive, self-motivated with responsibility

DOORS

STK

Python