Flight Dynamics Engineer

We work in small teams where software and space engineers collaborate, and everyone is empowered to own their role. Through open collaboration and mutual trust, we create a space where people can take ownership of their work, grow continuously, and feel valued. In this role, you'll develop algorithms for flight dynamics products, pushing innovation in the field. By working closely with software engineers, you'll improve your coding abilities and your understanding of a software architecture. You'll have the opportunity to present your work in international conferences and collaborate on projects with entities such as ESA and the US Space Force.

Here’s a glimpse of our tech stack:

• Python with FastAPI for our REST APIs and C++ for the most performance-sensitive components;
• DynamoDB and PostgreSQL on AWS Aurora;
• AWS for our cloud infrastructure with infrastructure-as-code using Terraform;
• For collaboration, we rely on GitHub, Jira, Slack, and Confluence.
• As company laptop we provide a MacBook M3 Pro.

• Coding experience in C/C++ and/or Python
• MSc in Aerospace Engineering or Control Systems
• 1 or 2 years of experience in the space industry, preferably in Flight Dynamics or GNC
• Knowledge and experience in:
  
  • Astrodynamics
  • Statistics and Probability Theory
  • Software Optimisation
  • Guidance, Navigation and Control
  • Orbit Determination
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• Nice to have experience:
  • Software Development best practices (e.g. clean code, testing)
  • Cloud infrastructure such as AWS
  • For collaboration, GitHub and Jira

• Flexibility and trust: you’ve always got the freedom to decide where today’s office is. We measure people’s performance based on the objectives they achieve, rather than the hours they spend sitting at their desks.
• An incredible opportunity for growth. We implement Performance Reviews that are meant to guide your career progression. We ensure you have the tools to grow by putting aside company time and a specific budget for growth.
• We really value an equilibrated work-life balance. Whilst we seek motivated and talented people to reach our goals together, we will always prioritise our people’s health and well-being.
• Competitive pay: the estimated salary range for this position is €32,000 - 35,000 year. The total compensation for this position will be determined by each individual’s relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills. As you increase your impact in Ecosmic, compensation can grow rapidly. On top of the salary, we also include €1,000/year (net) of welfare.
• All the benefits:
  
  • Remote work: you can work from anywhere in Italy, with the option to work from our office in a historic building in the city center of Turin.
  • Flexible working hours: we have core hours (10am-12pm, 2pm-4pm), the rest is flexible.
  • Unlimited paid days off: mandatory paid leave (22 days/year) accrues over time as defined by the National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL). On top of that, you can take unlimited additional days off.
  • Health insurance
  • Stock Options
  • 1 or 2 Ecosmic Retreats per year

To apply for this position, send an email to hr@ecosmic.space including your CV and a couple of paragraphs detailing why you decided to apply and why you think you’d be a good fit. A link to your GitHub repo is always a plus! All applications shall be in English.

In our selection process, talent takes precedence over experience. So if you like the role and think you could be awesome at it, go ahead and apply even if you don’t comply with the requirements.

Unfortunately, we do not offer VISA sponsorships for this position.

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The selection process

If you successfully pass through our screening process, we’ll invite you to take part in three interviews online.

Ecosmic is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in our workforce.

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