Ph3Careers /h3 pYOUR TALENTS BELONG AMONG THE STARS Building exceptional satellites is our specialty. Our cutting‑edge technology contributes to the advancement of various industries, exploration efforts and scientific endeavors. We are actively seeking individuals with exceptional skills to join us in our mission to make space accessible to all. /p pArgotec is an Italian aerospace company specializing in the production of small satellite platforms (from 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. At Argotec, we’re not just building satellites; we’re shaping the future of space innovation. /p pTo support our Company’s growth, we are looking for an enthusiastic bRD System Engineer /b who will be part of our bResearch Development Department /b, contributing to the definition, analysis and maturation of innovative concepts for future space missions. The role will focus on early‑phase mission studies (Phase A) and on the development of system‑level architectures for both single‑spacecraft and distributed mission concepts. /p pThe Research Development Department is responsible for exploring, prototyping, and maturing innovative solutions, with the objective of enabling their adoption in future missions and real‑world applications. /p pWe foster a collaborative environment where every Argonaut can contribute with their ideas and expertise, create meaningful value together, and transform feedback and mistakes into opportunities for learning and innovation, growing both professionally and personally, as individuals and as a team. /p h3DUTIES /h3 pAs an bRD System Engineer /b, you will contribute to the definition, analysis and validation of system‑level solutions for next‑generation space missions, with particular emphasis on mission concept development and early design phases. /p pYou will play a key role in the study of Phase 0 / Phase A missions and internal feasibility studies and concepts, supporting the exploration of alternative architectures, the identification of mission drivers and constraints, and the assessment of technical feasibility and system performance. /p pThe activities will include (but not limited to): /p ul liDefinition of mission scenarios and operational concepts; /li liDerivation of system‑level requirements; /li liSupport to Phase 0 / Phase A mission studies, including mission objectives definition, architectural trade‑offs, and risk identification; /li liSupport to the definition and assessment of preliminary system budgets (mass, power, data, ΔV, performance margins); /li liDrive technical trade‑offs and support decision‑making across different system concepts and mission architectures; /li liDevelopment of system‑level architectures, with focus on functional decomposition and subsystem allocation; /li liExecution and supervision of system‑level analyses and simulations to validate proposed concepts; /li liDefinition of KPIs to assess mission and system performance during early design phases; /li liContribution to Verification and Validation strategies, tailored to early development and prototyping activities; /li liCollaboration with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Product Management) and external partners (space agencies, research centres, universities); /li liAssessment of the required delta developments and design changes to Argotec’s avionic systems and standard platforms. /li /ul h3GENERAL REQUIREMENTS /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related technical fields; /li liAt least 3 years of experience in a space system engineering, mission analysis or early‑phase design role, or a PhD in related disciplines; /li liAnalytical mindset and strong problem‑solving skills; /li liExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams; /li liProactive, structured, and detail‑oriented mindset; /li liExcellent written and oral communication in English. /li /ul h3REQUIRED EXPERIENCES SKILLS /h3 ul liAbility to formulate mission concepts and requirements suitable for analysis and simulation; /li liUnderstanding of system‑level aspects of space missions, including operational, architectural and programmatic constraints; /li liExperience with system‑level simulations and performance assessments; /li liContinuous learning attitude and commitment to excellence; /li liAbility to manage multiple bids and priorities simultaneously, working under tight deadlines. /li /ul h3ADDITIONAL ASSETS /h3 ul liExperience with Phase 0 / Phase A mission studies, preferably in ESA or institutional programs; /li liFamiliarity with avionics subsystems and architectures at system level (e.g. OBC, PCDU, data handling, fault tolerance concepts); /li liExperience with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or structured systems engineering approaches; /li liPrevious experience in technical proposal writing. /li /ul h3WHY JOIN ARGOTEC? /h3 ul liOpportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a very innovative environment. /li liProfessional training and career development opportunities. /li liFlexible working time schedule and a hybrid work policy. /li liMonthly "Free-Day" – every second Friday: time off to dedicate to your family and/or hobbies. /li liA diversified community that organizes extra‑work and fun activities. /li liCompetitive compensation commensurate with experience. /li /ul pAt 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. /p pOur selection process is built on impartiality, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. In the event of equal qualifications, priority may be given to candidates who meet these criteria. /p pAt 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 ethnic or cultural background, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or national origin. /p pJoin us in a workplace where everyone belongs. /p pThis 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr