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.

📌 Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer (Roma)
🏢 SITAEL
📍 Roma