OHB Italia S.p.A.

OHB Italia S.p.A. IS #HIRING! We’re seeking a SPACE MISSION PROJECT MANAGER for our Satellites & Missions Business Unit, based in Milan or Rome (as you prefer!), to join us immediately and lead high-impact space mission projects. 🔹 Role Overview You will drive complex projects from concept to completion, ensuring they meet technical, schedule, and financial goals. As the primary client interface, you’ll manage key customer relationships while coordinating internal resources and external suppliers. Oversight responsibilities include budget management, risk mitigation, and compliance with industry standards. 🔹 Your Profile #Experience: 5+ years in program management for space/aerospace missions, with a preference for ESA/ASI projects. #Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering, Management, or related fields. #Skills: Strong leadership, financial acumen, negotiation and fluency in English. Ready to join a dynamic team and make a difference in #spaceexploration? Apply now and help us reach new frontiers! Here is the direct link to the job opportunity: https://lnkd.in/deAjWVwQ #OHBItalia #SpaceCareers #ProjectManager #Milan #Rome www.ohb-italia.it

OHB Italia S.p.A. AT CLEAN SPACE DAYS: ADVANCING SUSTAINABLE SPACE MISSIONS     OHB Italia participated with Dr. Tharek Mohtar, to the #CleanSpaceDays at #ESTEC from October 8th to 11th, an event dedicated to professionals and enthusiasts committed to the #sustainability of space missions. But what does OHB Italia bring to this topic? OHB Italia is leading a consortium to develop the Grappling and Docking Interface (#GDI) for ESA’s "In-Space Proof-of-Concept 1" (InSPoC-1) mission, aimed at enabling safer and more sustainable space operations. So, what exactly is a GDI? A Grappling and Docking Interface (GDI) is a system that securely connects two spacecraft, such as a satellite and a service vehicle. This interface enables a stable link between the vehicles to support material transfer, repairs, or in-orbit refueling and maintenance. Think of it as a “grip” or “hook” that keeps the vehicles connected and precisely aligned, even under challenging conditions like speed variations or slight misalignments. Systems like these are critical for the future of in-orbit satellite and space station management, enabling efficient maintenance without returning vehicles to Earth.   Recently, OHB Italia S.p.A. completed Phase B1 of the GDI project, testing two interface prototypes to confirm their capture capabilities under different conditions. The flexible design allows for handling payloads of various sizes. Tests conducted in a space-simulating facility proved the GDI’s reliability, even with misalignments and variable speeds. The data collected refined our simulation models, moving the project forward into Phase B2 with greater accuracy. #OHBItalia #SpaceSustainability #DockingInterface #SpaceInnovation #SustainableSpace #InOrbitServicing #SpaceTechnology #ESA #InSpaceConcept #NewSpace www.ohb-italia.it

IAC MILANO ABSTRACT #4 FLYEYE 2.0 TELESCOPE OHB Italia S.p.A. is advancing the Flyeye Telescope with #Flyeye 2.0: a key project within ESA's Space Situational Awareness programme. Building on the success of the #NEOSTED prototype, Flyeye 2.0 enhances its predecessor’s capabilities in detecting asteroids. With significant improvements like a larger primary mirror, upgraded optical channels and a review of the focal length, this next generation telescope is designed for wider field observation and a better performance. This ensures more precise detection of near-Earth objects (#NEO), making it a benchmark in #spacedebris and #asteroidmonitoring. www.ohb-italia.it #OHBItalia #FlyeyeTelescope #SpaceSituationalAwareness #ESA #ASI #SpaceTechnology #Innovation #SpaceExploration #NearEarthObjects #WideFieldObservation #SpaceSafety #SpaceScience #FutureOfSpace

IAC MILANO ABSTRACT #3 Standard Docking Interface Development for ESA’s POC1 Mission   As part of the evolving European #SpaceTransportation and #LogisticsEcosystem, OHB Italia S.p.A. is taking the lead in developing the Standard Docking Interface, which will be a key device of #ESA’s In-Space Transportation Proof of Concept-1 (POC1) mission.   The interface is designed to connect the active unit, integrated into the In-Space Transportation Vehicle (#ISTV) and the passive unit, placed on the client satellite. This system will enable safe docking, power transfer, and provide the stability needed for orbital maneuvers. This project highlights our progress in building the #interface, from the initial prototypes to successful testing with simulations. www.ohb-italia.it

IAC MILANO ABSTRACT #2 Metop-SG Microwave Imager Instrument Microvibration Campaign The MicroWave Imager (#MWI) is one of the key instruments aboard the MetOp-SG type B satellites, designed to monitor precipitation and provide insights into sea ice extent. During operation, the instrument is in a continuous rotation which can generate #microvibrations that may affect the pointing performance of other instruments on board: limiting and verifying these microvibrations through dedicated tests is crucial.   The #Challenge: Measuring the forces and torques caused by microvibrations on the ground is complicated by several disturbances present during testing but not in orbit: a well-designed test setup is essential to minimize these disturbances.   The #Solution: At the Airbus EVT test center in Toulouse, a dedicated test facility has been developed, featuring a pneumatic suspension system to isolate the test bench from external noise. This setup was optimized based on results gathered during the MWI EM test campaign, improving its effectiveness for the PFM model testing.   Addressing Aerodynamic #Disturbances: The instrument's shape also introduces aerodynamic disturbances, which were reduced by conducting tests in a controlled helium atmosphere.   Simulating #InOrbitConditions: The test was performed with a custom off-loading device designed by OHB Italia to simulate zero-gravity conditions and obtain more representative measurements of bearing noise at higher frequencies. All these elements contributed to creating a complex and innovative test setup, with valuable lessons learned during the MWI testing campaigns.   #OHBItalia #MetOpSG #MWI #SpaceInnovation #Microvibrations #SatelliteTesting #ESA www.ohb-italia.it

IAC MILANO ABSTRACT #1 High Data Volume/Throughput Pdt System Tasks For Next Generation Copernicus Missions   OHB Italia S.p.A. has actively contributed to the design and development of the #Sentinel1 A/B/C/D missions within the #Copernicus program, gaining valuable experience that is now being applied to the upcoming Next Generation missions.   These new programs focus on increasing the volume of #scientificdata collected, aiming to significantly enhance scientific objectives as well as spatial and temporal resolutions. According to #ESA, the data volume to be acquired and downloaded for the Sentinel1-NG mission is estimated at 6 Gbps input and 10 Gbps downlink rates.   🚀 Leveraging on our established expertise, OHB Italia S.p.A. has developed an advanced method to design the Payload Data Transmission (#PDT) system for high data throughput missions. This enables the definition of key PDT characteristics based on:      Satellite orbit    Number and location of ground stations    Platform housekeeping telemetries    Scientific data rates based on satellite orbit locations.   A case study on the Sentinel1-NG mission demonstrated that, with just 3 polar ground stations, it is possible to design a suitable PDT system that optimizes #datatransmission and improves the overall #missionperformance.   OHB Italia S.p.A. continues to drive innovation in the space sector, developing cutting-edge solutions to meet the challenges of future projects.   #OHBItalia #SpaceInnovation #Copernicus #NextGeneration #DataThroughput #Sentinel  www.ohb-italia.it

OHB Italia S.p.A.: just ready to start! European Space Agency - ESA #SpaceSafety #PlanetaryDefence #Asteroids #Apophis www.ohb-italia.it https://lnkd.in/dXvKkxQY

OHB Italia S.p.A. AT THE FOREFRONT OF THE #RAMSES MISSION: THE NEW FRONTIER OF PLANETARY DEFENCE   Today, in the frame of IAC Milan 2024, OHB Italia S.p.A. and the European Space Agency - ESA have signed the contract for the consolidation and early implementation phase of RAMSES (Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety). This revolutionary space safety program, following the HERA mission, will monitor and accompany asteroid 99942 #Apophis during its close flyby of Earth on April 13, 2029, providing critical data for the protection of our Planet from potential future impacts.   OHB Italia, as Prime Contractor, is leading a core team including #OHBSystem and #GMV. The target is to develop an innovative probe to conduct detailed scientific analyses on the changes the asteroid undergoes due to Earth’s #gravitationalinfluence. Apophis, a celestial body approximately 375 meters in diameter, will pass just 32,000 km from Earth's surface, making it visible to the naked eye for millions of people across Europe, Africa, and Asia.   RAMSES will be equipped with an advanced suite of scientific instruments, including two #CubeSats that will be deployed to collect close-up data on Apophis. Thanks to the technical and engineering expertise of OHB Italia S.p.A. , these instruments will be integrated into the RAMSES probe to monitor the real-time transformations of the asteroid during the flyby, providing a comprehensive “before and after” perspective and contributing to the scientific understanding of #asteroidsdynamics.   “The RAMSES mission represents a crucial step forward for #spacesafety,” stated Roberto Aceti, CEO of OHB Italia. “Until now, to study asteroids we had to travel into deep space. Now, for the first time, we can observe one up close as it approaches Earth and witnesses its reactions to external gravitational forces. We are proud to lead the #industrialeffort for this vital mission that not only expands our knowledge of asteroids but also brings us closer to concrete solutions to address potential threats to our Planet. This project reflects the technical excellence of OHB Italia S.p.A. and our commitment to planetary defense.”   The RAMSES mission will also collaborate with the OSIRIS-APEX mission of #NASA, which was redirected towards Apophis to provide further scientific insights: the combined data from RAMSES and OSIRIS-APEX will deliver valuable information on Apophis’s internal cohesion, density, and composition, crucial aspects for studying and designing strategies to deflect any future potentially #hazardousobjects. RAMSES further demonstrates OHB Italia’s ability to run complex and #criticalprograms with challenging technical requirements and within extremely tight deadlines. It strengthens the role of OHB Italia and Europe as leaders in protecting Earth from natural hazards from space, contributing to a global and effective response to potential dangers due to asteroids and ensuring a safer #future for generations to come.

FAMOUS ASTRONAUTS @ OHB Italia S.p.A. The 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2024 in Milan, has featured a special International Astronauts Chapter, organized jointly by the International Astronautical Federation (#IAF), the Association of Space Explorers (#ASE), and the Italian Space Agency (#ASI). OHB Italia S.p.A. was thrilled today to receive the visit of #AndreaPATASSA #ReinoldEVALD and #AlvinDREW. It was a special day for us to welcome them and to acknowledge them about our expertize and our strong competence as system integrator. Thanks to ASI delegation and to all the media present at the event. #Innovation #Space #Discovery www.ohb-italia.it

DALLA PANCHINA ALLA MISSIONE SPAZIALE: LEZIONI DI #LEADERSHIP DA FABIO CAPELLO per OHB Italia S.p.A. Ieri sera, nella suggestiva cornice della Sala Cenacolo del Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia di Milano, abbiamo avuto il piacere di ascoltare l’intervento di #FabioCapello, leggenda del calcio e maestro nella gestione dei team. Mister Capello ha esplorato le #affinità tra il mondo del #calcio e il #settoreaerospaziale, confrontando la complessità di una missione spaziale pluriennale con le dinamiche di un campionato di calcio, entrambi caratterizzati da sfide di lungo periodo e risultati incerti. Ha sottolineato l’importanza del lavoro di gruppo, del rispetto per le gerarchie, della cooperazione e dell’empatia per affrontare situazioni complesse e stimolanti. Ha condiviso la sua #esperienza su come mantenere alta la motivazione e ottenere prestazioni collettive eccellenti, bilanciando il talento creativo con la solidità e l’impegno costante di tutti i membri del team, elementi complementari e indispensabili per raggiungere il successo. Un approccio che si riflette perfettamente nella nostra #visione, in cui lo #spazio non è più solo una frontiera scientifica, ma si sta trasformando un vero e proprio avamposto commerciale, il che richiede un cambio di #mindset e un cambio di passo. Un ringraziamento speciale a Fabio Capello per averci regalato una prospettiva unica, in cui l’ingegno umano e la passione sportiva si incontrano. #teamwork #innovazione #motivazione #OHBItalia #Inspeaker #PaolaLuppino