Spaceflight Operations Development Engineer - Space Sector

About this vacancy

The role provides an end-to-end perspective of mission operations, combining systems engineering, simulation, and operational activities throughout the entire mission lifecycle. **Key activities of the role** - Definition, management, and maintenance of **mission operational requirements** for space and ground segments, starting from customer and stakeholder requirements. - Support for the **architectural definition** of systems and development of **CONOPS**, mission plans, and operational documentation (FOP, MOP, flight manuals). - Analysis of systems from an operations perspective and development of **operational procedures**, including automation through scripting. - Planning, execution, and coordination of **simulation, verification, and operational validation campaigns** (SVT/SOV), along with the associated reporting. - Support for activities at the **Mission Control Centre**, including the preparation of training materials and coordination with internal and external teams.

What we expect from you

• Native Italian speaker and fluent in English
• Degree in Aerospace Engineering
• Solid knowledge of Space Segment and Ground Segment architectures.
• Familiarity with Mission Control Systems and mission control software.
• Understanding of typical satellite platform architectures.
• Strong technical communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven experience in real-time flight operations or space/ground system operations (+2 years).
• Knowledge of industry standards (ECSS, CCSDS).
• Good knowledge of Python.
• Experience in drafting mission operational documentation.
• Experience in Verification & Validation activities.
• Understanding of Systems Engineering processes and orbital and attitude dynamics.

What you can expect from us

TMC is an international high-tech consultancy company that provides expertise to its clients to support them in achieving their technological challenges. As such, TMC operates as a hub of experts available to its clients, helping them become more competitive in an increasingly global and rapidly evolving technological world. At TMC, we believe that people drive technology. That’s why we strive to create the best possible conditions for technological talents to thrive. We offer you a stimulating and challenging work environment where you can be the director of your own career. As an Employeneur, you are part of the TMC family. In addition to our exceptional technical expertise, fun and commitment are significant aspects of our culture.