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Job Introduction
Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development.
We’re looking for an Earth Observation Scientist, to reinforce the team in our Italy office!
The Difference You Will Make
You will contribute directly to some of Europe’s most exciting space programmes, from Earth observation and climate monitoring to satellite navigation and space safety. Your work will play a vital role in ensuring mission success, enabling better decision-making on Earth and driving innovation in orbit. Whether you’re helping managing spacecraft operations, analysing mission data, or supporting software and systems development, your expertise will help move Europe’s space ambitions forward.
Why Join Serco?

Work in an international and diverse team environment, surrounded by top‑tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts.
Access continuous professional development and training opportunities tailored to the space sector.
Be part of a company that values work‑life balance, mutual respect, and a commitment to excellence.
Gain exposure to cutting‑edge technologies, innovative projects, and mission‑critical systems in collaboration with major space agencies.

We look forward to meeting you!
Key Responsibilities

Technical support in liaison with external bodies (e.g., CEOS, OGC)
Definition of best practices and standards to be applied across projects
Integration support across different projects into the larger EO ecosystem
Technical assessment of improvement opportunities across projects
Support to configuration baseline and change management
Validation and Verification of Software Systems
Provision of technical input for contributions to conferences, workshops and communications

Skills

Remote Sensing
Big Data architectures, possibly in EO context
Exploitation/analysis Platforms in EO context
Artificial Intelligence, possibly in context of EO data processing
Technical requirements specification for Software Systems
EO market, market intelligence and business models
Minimum of 3 years of experience in the Space Sector (downstream domain)

Other Skills, Knowledge And Experience

Ability to work autonomously under constraints, in direct contact with ESA
Pro‑active approach to problem identification and resolution
Able to manage several tasks in parallel and to prioritise
Excellent writing skills in English
Good team working skills

Package Description

Competitive Salary
Great career opportunities
Corporate Benefits Package
International environment
Possible hybrid work

Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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