Airbus UpNext - Mission Operations & Software Engineer (m/f)

Job Description:

Airbus UpNext is looking for a Mission Operations & Software Engineer to support the definition and implementation of 5G Non-Terrestrial-Network capabilities based on space platforms.

Our objective is to explore many new technologies and to support the strategic ambitions of Airbus. As such, be prepared for a wild ride, digging into unconventional ways of working, and be ready for many pivots throughout, as we will explore the unknown.

As Mission Operations & Software Engineer, you are responsible for the implementation of on-board mission software operations and associated activities (LEOP, routine, payload operations). You will interface with Airbus Constellations Satellites and a satellite operator partner to synchronize software deliveries and deployment activities. You will also support the operations of the satellite constellation and 5G NTN services demonstrations (payload operations).

This position is based in Toulouse ( Labège) , comes with a CDI-C contract linked to the deliverable of the demonstrator (estimated date end of June 2028)

Starting date: ASAP

Missions:

Passionate and impatient about writing code and satellite communication systems, testing hypotheses and bringing learning into the business based on concrete demonstrations, you are the type of person who thinks about "how things can be done" rather than "if they can be done".

By being the Mission Operations & Software Engineer (as part of on-board mission SW team), you will:

• Contribute to the definition of satellite products deliveries needed to support operations
• Design and Implement the on-board Mission SW changes and associated deployment procedures to support the satellite operator's launch strategy and operational needs.
• Coordinate the technical integration of Mission SW updates and operations tools between ACS, UpNext, and the satellite operator partner.
• Support End-to-End system design by providing detailed technical specifications and implementing the CONOPS (Concept of Operations) via software, focusing on automation and efficiency.
• Define, deploy, and maintain the software tools and scripts needed at the Airbus level for demonstration data acquisition, delivery, storage, and processing.
• Contribute to satellite AIT phase on operations activities
• Provide hands-on software support for LEOP (Launch and Early Orbit Phase) and IOT (In-Orbit Test) at the satellite operator facility, including real-time debugging and patch deployment.
• Implement and integrate the In-Flight Satellite Support software solution within the consortium environment.

Your Boarding Pass

What you bring:

• Strong hands-on experience in mission SW engineering and development
• Experience and knowledge in satellite operations (NGSO systems, telecommunications satellites)
• Experience in Arrow 150 (OBC, Mission SW, TT&C)
• Willingness to work with external companies for system definition and operations
• Passion about technology, science.
• Power to take initiatives to propose simpler and efficient ways of working.
• Hands-on and solution oriented attitude.
• Autonomy, Adaptability, Availability, Accountability.
• Joy in working in an international, diverse and geographically located team.
• Values of transparency, courage, humility, empathy.
• English at negotiation level is mandatory.
• Willingness to have fun.

What you get:

• Develop critical components of the future's space.
• An environment that not only fosters your development in many ways, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow.
• A shared open space office with highly skilled multicultural teams.
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible hours/Opportunity to work remotely.
• UpNext communities bonding events.
• A high-achieving, experienced and fun team.

About us

Founded in 2017, Airbus UpNext is actively shaping the future of aerospace by using demonstrators to evaluate, mature and validate new products and services.

Designed as a talent incubator, Airbus UpNext is a place where you can act and think like a startup while building on the strong expertise of Airbus, a place where you are empowered to challenge and test new processes and ways of working.

Our purpose is:

• To identify the trends that could disrupt the future of the aerospace industry and evaluate them to demonstrate their potential as a viable product.
• To accelerate traditional research cycles and prototype development to achieve proof of concept in a real environment and at a convincing scale and speed.
• To develop real-world applications for emerging aerospace technologies, thereby driving their maturity and increasing their value.
• To be THE reference for Technology Value Assessment

Our Values: #Keep it Simple #Be Audacious #Exploring Together

Our DNA: #Speed of Execution, #Caring for Each Other, #Open to the World

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus ExO Services SAS

Employment Type:
Fixed term

Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Software Engineering

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