Propulsion Architect / Propulsion Engineer

1w1 week ago

Thales

Turin, IT · Full-time · €60,000 – €90,000

About this role

Thales Alenia Space, a Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), delivers high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, exploration, and more for over 40 years. The Propulsion Architect / Propulsion Engineer operates inside a System/Subsystem level core team. This role interfaces with Customers and Suppliers, requiring peculiar communication skills, pro-active attitude, and predisposition for team working.

The candidate assesses Spacecraft level requirements concerning Propulsion and defines requirements at System, Subsystem, and Equipment levels. They prepare technical specifications and contribute to Statements of Work for Propulsion Subsystem/Equipment. They define Propulsion System architecture based on System level requirements.

Daily tasks include conducting functional and performance analysis using EcosimPro software, sizing and designing the Propulsion System including interfaces. Responsibilities cover technical follow-up of development, qualification, and procurement of Propulsion Subsystems/Equipment. They also define and coordinate Propulsion System verification at various levels.

Thales Alenia Space provides careers, not just jobs, with a mobility policy enabling development at home and abroad across 8,900 employees in 10 countries. Join a diverse team of skills, talents, and cultures serving governments, institutions, and space agencies. Great journeys start here in building a sustainable life through space.

Requirements

Master degree in Engineering: the Aerospace / Propulsion field is preferred
Knowledge of different typologies of Propulsion Systems, including advanced ones, for space applications
Knowledge of main requirements applicable to Propulsion Systems
Knowledge of verification approach/content applicable to Propulsion Systems
At least three years of work experience in Propulsion field
Fluent English (spoken and written)
Attitude to face and learn new topics with enthusiasm
Availability to occasionally work in shifts and travel if requested

Responsibilities

Assess Spacecraft level requirements concerning Propulsion and define Propulsion requirements at System, Subsystem and Equipment levels
Prepare technical specifications for Propulsion Subsystem/Equipment
Contribute to preparation of Statements of Work for Propulsion Subsystem/Equipment
Define the Propulsion System architecture based on System level requirements
Conduct functional and performance analysis of a Propulsion System using the dedicated EcosimPro application software
Size and design the Propulsion System and Subsystem, including the interfaces
Perform technical follow-up of development, qualification and procurement of Propulsion Subsystems/Equipment
Define and coordinate the Propulsion System verification at System/Subsystem/Equipment level

Benefits

Careers and not only jobs with mobility policy for development at home and abroad
Part of a global team employing around 8,900 employees in 10 countries with 17 sites in Europe and a plant in the US
Contribute to Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate
Help build a better, more sustainable life on Earth #SpaceForLife