Avionics Engineer - IVVQ

2 Months ago • 2-3 Years • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Avionics Engineer - IVVQ, you will be responsible for the integration, verification, and validation/qualification of satellite avionics, including data handling, attitude and orbit control, and failure detection aspects. This includes developing simulation models in C/C++ for Satellite Real Time Environment (RTE) compliant with ESA ECSS SMP standards. Your duties will also involve managing real-time and non-real-time test environments, programming in Matlab/Simulink and C/C++, and supporting hardware unit specifications. You will develop test sequences, conduct Avionics V&V activities, and contribute to the development of Dynamics Simulation SW. The position is permanent and based in Rome, Italy, with potential for short-term travel to other locations. Some 24-hour shift work may be required.
Must have:
  • Master's degree in relevant engineering field.
  • Fluent in English (C1 or higher certification).
  • Experience in Hardware In the Loop testing.
  • Knowledge of kinematics and dynamics of rigid bodies.
  • Experience in Matlab/Simulink and C/C++ programming.
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of ESA technical standards.
  • Experience with Data Handling Hardware.
  • Technical experience about Avionic EGSE elements.

Job Details

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), therefore have Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate.

We are looking for an Avionics Engineer - IVVQ

The job holder will be in charge of the different phases of Avionics testing: Integration, Verification and Validation/Qualification of Satellite Avionics (for all what concern Data Handling - DHC, Attitude and Orbit Control - AOC and Failure Detection Isolation and Recovery - FDIR aspects), up to final test report/documentation preparation and reviews with customer. The job will also include developing of simulation models for Satellite Real Time Environment (RTE) based on C/C++ compliant to ESA ECSS SMP standard.

The proposed job will imply the following duties:

  • Real/No-Real Time test environment for Hardware In the Loop HIL Testing)
  • Real Time Environment (RTE) Simulation modeling based on C/C++ compliant to ECSS SMP standard;
  • Matlab/Simulink programming;
  • Support to HW units specification and technical management of related procurement;
  • To study/understand the design provided by AOCS/DHC Design Authority in order to develop a verification and testing approach;
  • To develop and write test sequences for AOCS, DHC, FDIR aspects;
  • Avionics V&V activity at Avionic Test Bench (ATB) level;
  • To develop the Dynamics Simulation SW (DSS) for ATB and to execute the functional test on AVS Units
  • AVS special verification facilities Requirements Specification an procurement technical monitoring (e.g. STT EGSE and GNSS EGSE)

This request is for a permanent position.

The working site is Rome, but it might be required working in other locations for short mid-term periods.

Short periods of 24h shift working across the full week might be required upon specific program needs.

About You

Education and experience

You have a Master Degree in Electrical/Computer/Control Engineering, with explicit focus on programming, Hardware In the Loop Testing and Control Systems Engineering.

You are fluent in English (C1 and above certification) both listening and reading.

It is preferable you have at least 2-3 years of experience in similar position.

Skills and knowledge

  • Knowledge  of kinematics and dynamics of rigid bodies
  • Avionic sensors and actuators technology
  • Knowledge of real/no-real time test environment (for Hardware In the Loop HIL Testing)
  • SW or hybrid (HW/SW) simulators
  • Knowledge about AIM 1553 boards and KVASER PN/EAN 73-30130-00683-6 (CAN Bus) or similar boards
  • Matlab/Simulink programming
  • C/C++ programming
  • Knowledge of ESA technical standard (at least two of the following list) is plus:
  • ECSS-E-ST-50-12C (SpaceWire); ECSS-E-ST-50-52C
  • PSS_04_151 (TC Decoder Specification)
  • PSS_04_106; ECSS-E-ST-50-03C
  • PSS_04_107; ECSS-E-ST-50-04C
  • ECSS-E-ST-50-13C (MIL Standard 1553)
  • ECSS-E-ST-50-14C (Electrical I/Fs). 
  • Data Handling Hardware (On Board Computer, Remote Terminal Unit, GNSS receiver, microprocessors)
  • 1553, Spacewire, CAN open
  • CCSDS/ECSS telemetry and telecommand standards (synchronization and channel coding, data link)
  • ECSS Packet Utilization Standard (PUS)
  • Technical experience about understanding of the Avionic requirements of a Satellite is plus
  • Technical experience on Avionic EGSE elements and development on Spacecraft simulator is plus
  • Able to work with instruments of laboratory oscilloscope, multimeter, protocol analyser
  • Able to work on own and in team in an international environment
  • Able to cope with a workload pressures
  • Knowledge of quality process and procedures
  • Configuration and V&V tools like DOORS, GIT etc etc

Personal ability

  • Customer focused, proactive attitude
  • Organized and methodical approach to the work with strong communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time, to work autonomously and in team

At Thales Alenia Space we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales Alenia Space employing around 8,900 employees in 10 countries with 17 sites in Europe and a plant in the US, our mobility policy enables employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad. Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth #SpaceForLife. Great journeys start here, apply now!

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