Latest Space Systems Engineer Jobs

Navigation System IVV Engineer

As a Navigation System IVV Engineer, you will be responsible for the test preparation and execution of software components, integration, and verification activities. You will work closely with the IVVQ Manager to develop test procedures, manage test campaigns, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Ground-to-space Digital telecoms System SEM/Architect

This role involves end-to-end telecommunication system engineering with a focus on ground segment tools and performance optimization for space missions. The engineer will define software requirements, conduct system performance analyses (e.g. link budget, mission planning, signal integrity), and support integration and verification across the project lifecycle. Work includes secure telemetry, tracking and control (TTC) systems and collaboration on payload and ground tool development within an international institutional context.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Ingénieur Réglage combinaison Optique en AIT Instruments Optique Spatiaux - (H/F)

This role involves the calibration and characterization of optical instruments for satellites, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high performance. Responsibilities include defining and conducting optical tests, managing uncertainties, and writing procedures for various components and systems.

Thales Alenia Space France

Design Authority Solution Logiciel (Logiciel embarqué / Bancs de test / Simulateurs) F/H

This role involves leading the technical coherence of software solutions for satellite systems, including embedded software, test benches, and simulators. Responsibilities include defining technical vision, conducting trade-offs, and ensuring system integration and cybersecurity. The position requires strong technical expertise in embedded systems and communication protocols, as well as leadership and communication skills.

Thales Alenia Space France

Technicien en CAO électrique : routage de circuits imprimés

This role involves designing and routing printed circuit boards (PCBs) for space applications, working closely with electrical engineering and industrialization teams. Responsibilities include capturing electronic schematics, ensuring design compliance, and generating manufacturing documentation.

Thales Alenia Space Belgium

RF Subsystem Engineer

The RF Subsystem Engineer will join a team responsible for designing, developing, and testing communication subsystems and passive RF equipment. Key responsibilities include architectural design, performance analysis, documentation, and project follow-up with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Materials & Processes Quality Assurance

This role involves ensuring the quality of materials and processes used in space hardware manufacturing, with a focus on Surface Mounted Technologies (SMT) and printed circuit boards (PCB). The candidate will manage control plans, validate qualification reports, and support non-conformance investigations across internal and procured components. Work includes compliance with ECSS and IPC standards within a regulated aerospace environment.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Propulsion Architect / Propulsion Engineer

Design and develop hardware solutions in a specialized engineering domain, performing analysis, architectural design, and technical validation through simulations and prototypes. Focus on defining requirements, solving critical development issues, and delivering accurate technical reports within a multidisciplinary aerospace environment.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Quality Control

This role focuses on quality control for hardware products within Thales Alenia Space’s Madrid facility, ensuring compliance with European Space Agency standards. The engineer conducts inspections of in-house and subcontracted components, verifies product configurations, and supports continuous improvement of quality processes. Occasional travel to client or supplier sites may be required.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Antenna RF Engineer

Design and develop RF antenna solutions for satellite programs, including concept formulation, electromagnetic modeling, and simulation. Work on both passive components and active RF front-ends, select appropriate space-qualified technologies, and support testing and technical reporting. Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams within a global aerospace environment.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Senior High Speed Digital Engineer

Design and develop high-speed digital electronics for space-based systems, focusing on FPGA and microprocessor-based solutions. Perform signal integrity analysis, schematic capture, and PCB design review using tools like Hyperlynx and Mentor xDesigner. Support validation campaigns and ensure compliance with space industry standards such as ECSS, while collaborating in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Bid Manager

The Bid Manager coordinates and leads the preparation of winning bids in collaboration with Sales and Marketing teams. This role involves managing the full bid lifecycle, from planning to delivery, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and company strategy. The position requires strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and the ability to deliver solutions under tight deadlines.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Mechanical CAD Designer

As a Mechanical CAD Designer at Thales Alenia Space, you will be responsible for performing hardware engineering activities, analyzing mechanical needs, and creating mechanical designs. You will work collaboratively with production and procurement to ensure cost-effective and manufacturable solutions, while also monitoring and reporting on technical progress.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Execution and Performance Manager

The Execution and Performance Manager role involves managing supplier relationships from contract signing to product delivery, ensuring technical, industrial, and quality compliance. Key responsibilities include coordinating contract execution, managing change requests, and conducting formal reviews to maintain project timelines and quality standards.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Aerodynamics & Aerothermodynamics Engineer

This role involves performing hardware engineering activities in a specialised domain such as aerodynamics or aerothermodynamics, including analysis, simulation, and design of technical solutions. The engineer will define requirements, support resolution of critical development issues, and produce accurate technical reports within a multidisciplinary team. Work spans advanced studies, models, and prototypes to develop space systems for global missions.

Thales Alenia Space Italy