Argotec is an Italian aerospace company specialising in the production of small satellite platforms (from 6U Cubesats up to 250kg-platforms) and innovative products to improve the comfort of space explorers. Thanks to its facilities and know-how, the company's activities follow the "all in-house" concept, which includes design, development, integration, qualification and operational services. Argotec works with leading international space agencies (e.g. NASA, ESA) and private companies, with an increasing focus on commercial partnerships. In particular, its own satellites have been selected for flagship missions such as NASA Artemis-1 and NASA DART. The company is advancing several major missions, such as a 40-satellite Earth observation constellation for integration into the Italian IRIDE programme, as well as scientific missions such as LUMIO and HENON, and many other cutting-edge space projects.
To contribute to our growth, we are looking for skilled and passionate candidates in Avionics systems Engineer.
DUTIES
The candidate will support the Electronics Unit Head, the Hardware Design Lead, and the FPGA Design Lead, to coordinate and review design, development, and testing activities for space applications, more specifically regarding avionics systems for micro-satellites.
The activities will include (but are not limited to):
- Support to proposal preparation regarding Avionics R&D; activities
- Trade-off analysis and definition of hardware architectures
- Planning of design, development, and test activities, including drafting of test plans for environmental qualification test campaigns
- Review of electrical schematics, layout, and manufacturing specifications
- Review of technical documents (Design Description, ICD, Test Procedures, Technical Specifications etc.)
- Support to other company’s Units
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Degree: Master’s Degree in Electronic Systems Engineering
- Working experience: 3-5 years in the space industry
- Great problem-solving skills
- Team player
- Fluent English
REQUIRED EXPERIENCES & SKILLS
- Experience in developing space systems, including OBCs and PCDUs
- Experience in scheduling and coordinating activities for avionics projects
- Very good knowledge of analog, digital and power electronics
- Very good knowledge of FPGA devices
- Very good knowledge of the space standards (CCSDS, ECSS, MIL etc.)
- Knowledge of design for EMC/EMI
ADDITIONAL ASSETS
- Knowledge of RF electronic devices
- Experience in programming embedded micro-controllers/processors
- Knowledge of Microsoft Project
WHY JOIN ARGOTEC?
- Opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a very innovative environment.
- Professional training and career development opportunities.
- Flexible working time schedule and a hybrid work policy.
- Monthly "Free-Day" - every second Friday: time off to dedicate to your family and/or hobbies.
- A diversified community that organizes extra-work and fun activities.
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
Our selection process is tailored to each role and includes at least a call with our Talent Acquisition Team, a technical evaluation, and a final in-person meeting. Your recruiter will share more insights during your first meeting with us!
At Argotec, we thrive on diverse perspectives and unique strengths. Your individuality could be the missing piece to our puzzle! Even if you don't meet every skill listed above, we encourage you to apply if you're passionate about the role and believe you can contribute to our team's success.
Our selection process is built on impartiality, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. As part of our commitment to inclusivity, we actively encourage applications from individuals belonging to protected categories (Law 68/99). In the event of equal qualifications, priority may be given to candidates who meet these criteria.
At Argotec, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds. This opportunity is open to everyone, regardless – for instance – of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and national origin.
Join us in a workplace where everyone belongs.
This announcement is aimed at both sexes, under laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and all nationalities, under legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03.