Space Transportation Data Processing System Engineer

Space Transportation Data Processing System Engineer

Job Requisition ID: 20456 Date Posted: 2 April 2026 Closing Date: 23 April 2026 23:59 CET/CEST Publication: Internal & External Type of Appointment: 4 years, extendable to indefinite Directorate: Space Transportation Workplace: Paris, FR Grade Band: A2 - A4

Location

ESA Headquarters, Paris, France

Description

ESA is seeking a Space Transportation Data Processing System Engineer to join the Process Improvement and Intelligent Manufacturing team within the Directorate of Space Transportation. This role focuses on enhancing the manufacturing, assembly, integration, and logistics of European launchers through state-of-the-art technologies, innovation, and digital transformation. You will play a vital role in increasing the resilience and competitiveness of European launchers.

Duties

• Manage and oversee space transportation data processing system projects, ensuring timely and within-budget completion.
• Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to align data processing strategies with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of IT solutions with space transportation systems.
• Manage the design, development, and maintenance of data processing systems for space transportation projects.
• Implement and optimize data processing engineering workflows for enhanced system performance and reliability.
• Conduct data analysis and provide insights to support space transportation decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with ESA and industry standards in information engineering and data processing.
• Provide training and support on information systems and data processing tools.
• Stay updated on advancements in information engineering and space transportation technologies.
• Assist in evaluating and selecting new technologies to enhance information engineering capabilities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and systems within the Directorate.
• Act as a data processing expert, supporting the engineering team in smart manufacturing and data-driven process optimization.
• Support STS-IVI engineers in assessing manufacturing technology applicability for industrial launcher activities.

Technical Competencies

• Experience with space transportation systems or related technologies.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations in space transportation and information engineering.
• Knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence applications in data processing.
• Proven experience in the design and development of data processing systems (space or transportation sector preferred).
• Proven experience in services management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in both English and French is required.

Behavioural Competencies

• Result Orientation
• Operational Efficiency
• Fostering Cooperation
• Relationship Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Forward Thinking

For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook.

Education And Professional Experience

A Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline is required, along with 5 years of relevant professional experience.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness

ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department at contact.human.resources@esa.int.

Important Information and Disclaimer

Recruitment will typically be within the A2-A4 grade band. Candidates with less than four years of relevant experience post-Master's may be considered for the A1 level. Applicants must be eligible to access information subject to European or US export control regulations. Selection tests may be administered, and successful candidates will undergo background screening. ESA is transitioning to a Matrix setup, which may impact this position.

Nationality and Languages

Applications are considered from nationals of ESA Member States (Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Canada, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia). Staff are recruited based on qualifications and adequate distribution among Member States' nationals.

Key skills/competency

• Space Transportation Data Processing System Engineer
• Data Processing Systems
• Process Improvement
• Intelligent Manufacturing
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Information Engineering
• System Performance
• Data Analysis
• Space Launchers