Job Introduction
Serco France has established itself as a reliable service provider in the French market, offering a broad range of engineering, technical, and management services across multiple industries. With a strategic presence in key locations, Serco France plays a critical role in supporting space, defense, and transportation sectors, providing expertise in systems integration, operational support, and mission-critical services. Leveraging its global experience and local knowledge, Serco France ensures seamless project execution and operational excellence, making it a trusted partner for both governmental and commercial clients. This solid foundation enables Serco France to foster innovation and deliver tailored solutions that drive efficiency and value across the industries it serves.
Due to our ongoing growth across the European Space sector, Serco is looking for a talented and experienced Space Software Engineer to join their team in Toulouse. If you're passionate about exploring complex datasets to enhance our vision of Earth and to develop cutting-edge solutions, then this opportunity is for you!
Main Responsibilities
We are seeking a skilled Space Software Engineer with expertise in space mechanics to join our team in Toulouse. You will contribute to the development of ground segment software for satellite missions, focusing on simulation, control, and data analysis systems. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact European space projects in a multidisciplinary and international environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications for satellite simulation and data processing.
• Implement and optimize algorithms related to orbital mechanics and satellite attitude control.
• Participate in all phases of the software lifecycle: requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, integration, and validation.
• Collaborate with domain experts, engineers, and scientists from partner organizations (e.g., CNES, ESA).
• Ensure software quality through rigorous testing and documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
Successful Candidate
• Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Java development (minimum 2 years preferred).
• Solid understanding of space mechanics, including orbital dynamics, perturbations, and attitude modelling.
• Familiarity with scientific computing and numerical methods.
• Experience with software development tools (e.g., Git, Maven, Jenkins).
• Strong analytical skills, autonomy, and team spirit.
• Fluent in English and French
Desirable Assets
• Prior experience in the space sector or with space agencies.
• Knowledge of satellite mission operations or ground segment systems.
• Experience with simulation frameworks or modelling tools.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
On Offer:
- Full-time permanent employment
- 2 days smart-working allowed
- Full set of training available
- Brand-new coworking area with all facilities (free coffee, kitchen, restaurant, shower)
- A vacation bonus paid in June
- Travel allowance 50% public transport upon proof of receipt
About the Company
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.
Why should you join Serco ?
At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play.
Meaningful and vital work - You’ll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated.
A world of opportunity - You’ll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression
Great people - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. We are a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
We are diverse and inclusive organisation
At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It’s a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinion that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.
We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.
In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government’s scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partner of Diversicom and member of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team
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