Space System Engineer

About this vacancy

The role requires a strong end-to-end vision system–payload–ground segment, with technical coordination skills and interaction with clients, suppliers, and partners.

Main Responsibilities:

• System design responsibility and ensuring technical consistency of missions and products
• Derivation, consolidation, and management of system and subsystem requirements
• Definition and maintenance of system architectures, functional chains, and interfaces (ICD)
• Contribution to mission analyses and performance budgets (mass, power, data, thermal, link)
• Conducting system trade-offs (architectures, technologies, make-or-buy)
• Preparation of key systems engineering deliverables (CONOPS, requirements, ICD, verification plans)
• Planning and supporting integration, verification, and validation at subsystem and system levels
• Support for anomaly investigation and troubleshooting in orbit
• Technical coordination with suppliers and partners, including documentation and test reviews
• Technical support for bids and proposals (system concepts, WBS, estimates, risks)
• Ensuring compliance with space standards and internal processes (ECSS, CCSDS)

What we expect from you

• Experience as Subsystem Lead or Technical Lead in space projects
• Experience in systems engineering in the space, aerospace, or highly regulated sectors
• Experience with requirements and configuration management tools (DOORS, Jama, Codebeamer, or similar)
• Experience in defining and analyzing performance budgets
• Knowledge of space industry standards and practices (ECSS, CCSDS, NASA)
• Experience in system integration and testing
• Proficiency in simulation and modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or similar)
• Knowledge of system interfaces and buses (CAN, SPI, I2C, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet)
• Understanding of RAMS concepts (a plus)
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills
• Native Italian speaker and fluent in English

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 €38,000, in accordance with the provisions of the CCNL Commercio – Terziario, Distribuzione e Servizi. TMC is committed to offering a competitive compensation package, and, upon completing the selection process while evaluating the candidate's experiences, skills, and qualifications, it may propose a final RAL above the level indicated above. In line with our business model, the final compensation package also includes a direct project profit-sharing component, an annual budget of €4,000 net for skill development, and an annual welfare credit. Further details will be provided during the selection process, respecting the company's policies. TMC is an international high-tech consultancy company that provides expertise to support clients in achieving their technological ambitions. As such, TMC operates as an expert hub available to 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 talent to thrive. We offer you a stimulating working environment where you can manage your career. Alongside our exceptional technical expertise, fun and dedication are significant parts of our culture.