Embedded Software Engineer Location: Roma, Italy Join to apply for the EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER role at Thales A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high‑tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Thanks to our diversity of skills, talents and cultures, our customers (governments, institutions, space agencies, telecommunications operators) have Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate. Roma hosts the commercial offices to be close to customers and Public Administration. Role Overview The successful candidate will join a team that specifies, designs, develops and tests the next generation of Spacecraft Simulators for forthcoming space missions. The aim is to faithfully reproduce the functional behavior of the spacecraft, Ground Segment and space environment by simulating spacecraft sub‑systems, physical perturbations, attitude and orbital dynamics, telemetry/telecommand exchanges with the Ground Control Centre, etc. Key Responsibilities Model‑driven object‑oriented software design and development (UML, MDXML, UMF) Scripting and programming in C++, C, JavaScript, Python and Bash under GNU/Linux Architectural design Development of both Flight and Ground Simulation Models, including the On‑Board Computer, Avionics and Payload Sub‑Systems, according to equipment interface specifications Integration and configuration of simulation models Model sharing aimed at plug‑and‑play reuse Planning and execution of unit/integration/validation tests Documentation preparation: Requirements Specification, Architectural and Detailed Design Description, Interface Requirements, User Manual, Verification and Validation Test Plan & Report Required Knowledge Software development methods and standards (knowledge of ECSS standards is an asset; SMP2 or ECSS‑SMP is a plus) Communication systems architectures and protocols (ISO/OSI) including MIL‑STD‑1553B, CAN Bus, SpaceWire, etc. (a plus) Real‑time simulation kernels, multi‑core processors (e.g., GR740 4xLEON4, SPARC v8), hypervisors, instruction‑set emulation Object‑oriented programming and real‑time embedded software Education and Qualifications Master’s Degree or PhD in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or equivalent Fluent in English (at least C1, spoken and written) At least 2–3 years of experience in a similar role Ideal Experience and Skills Simulation Model Portability (SMP) standards Spacecraft Simulation Reference Architectures Real‑time simulation kernels Multi‑core processors and hypervisors Communication standards (CCSDS/ECSS) and protocols (MIL‑STD‑1553, CAN, SpaceWire, UART) Object‑oriented programming Real‑time embedded software Behaviour and Personality Multicultural mindset and ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment Teamwork attitude and ability to promote improvements and change Accuracy and focus on final results Willingness to face challenges, dynamism and sense of initiative About Thales Alenia Space We provide careers and not just jobs. With around 8,900 employees in 10 countries, our mobility policy enables employees to develop their careers at home and abroad. We see space as a new horizon and help build a better, more sustainable life on Earth. J-18808-Ljbffr