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Senior AOCS Engineer – Turin Full-Time, Permanent NewSpace Technical is proud to be partnered with a pioneering European aerospace organisation at the forefront of small satellite innovation. This fast-growing company specialises in advanced satellite platforms and cutting-edge technologies designed to support the next generation of space exploration. With a fully integrated, 'end-to-end' approach – spanning design, development, integration, qualification, and in-orbit operations- they are redefining how agile space missions are delivered. As part of their continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and driven Senior AOCS Systems Engineer to join a high-performing Systems Engineering team. You’ll play a key role in shaping innovative small satellite missions, with a strong focus on AOCS and GNC. This is an environment where collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning are central, where ideas are valued, and challenges are seen as opportunities to push boundaries and grow.
Job Responsibility:
Technical leadership of the AOCS suite (ADCS & Propulsion) from early mission phases through to in-orbit operations
Performing engineering analyses, modelling, and simulation to assess GNC/AOCS performance
Leading trade-offs, sizing, and architecture definition of AOCS subsystems
Defining and driving spacecraft GNC architecture in line with mission requirements
Managing key system budgets (delta-V, momentum, pointing performance)
Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary project teams
Coordinating and reviewing external partners' technical contributions
Supporting system engineering plans, design documentation, and verification strategies
Producing technical documentation for internal and external reviews
Supporting AIT/AIV and qualification activities, with a focus on AOCS
Interfacing with quality and configuration control processes
Requirements:
Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Space Engineering, or similar
~5+ years' experience in a comparable role within the space sector
Strong team player with a proactive, hands-on mindset
Comfortable working in fast-paced, international environments
Excellent communication skills in English
Deep knowledge of spacecraft sensors, actuators, and propulsion systems (chemical, cold gas, electric)
Strong understanding of pointing performance metrics (APE, RPE, AKE)
Solid grasp of spacecraft architecture, mission phases, and orbital/attitude dynamics
Experience developing AOCS simulations and performance analyses
Familiarity with momentum management strategies
Experience integrating AOCS/GNC solutions within spacecraft systems
Knowledge of ECSS standards and tailoring
Hands-on experience with environmental and functional testing campaigns
Nice to have:
End-to-end AOCS development through to in-orbit operations
Experience with proximity operations or advanced mission profiles
Exposure to ESA project reviews
Real-time spacecraft operations and commissioning experience
Strong GNC algorithm development (navigation, guidance, control)
Experience with FDIR strategies
Proficiency in Matlab, Simulink, Python, and C/C++