Spaceport & Commercial Launchers Safety Advisor

Deadline to apply: 18/02/2026

To ensure a smooth application process and timely completion of all required documentation, we recommend applying as early as possible.

We are looking for a ​Spaceport & Commercial Launchers Safety Advisor​ to complete our consultants Workforce Management Service to support the ​Operational Launch System Safety Office​ of the European Space Agency (ESA) at their location in ​Frascati, Italy​.  

The purpose of ​the Safety Operational Office for Flight Programmes is to support Launcher and launch Systems development and interfacing with other Space Transportation (STS) Departments and ESA Directorates on demand​.   

As a Spaceport & Commercial Launchers Safety Advisor, you will support ESA’s involvement in the evolution of European spaceports and the emergence of new commercial launch providers. Your work will contribute to safety assessments, regulatory development, and training of Member States preparing for launch licensing. 

The selected candidate may additionally be appointed to the role of Service Manager, subject to relevant experience and operational needs. 

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at the interview stage). 

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (categorie protette L.68/99 art.1), or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment. 

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to: 

Tasks and Responsibilities 

Launch Range & Spaceport Evolution 

• Conduct safety analyses supporting the optimisation of CSG launch range availability, procedures, and tools. 

• Assess feasibility of new installations, launch pads, EPCU evolutions, and infrastructure decommissioning, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. 

• Contribute to ESAFrance safety arrangements and interface on evolving regulations. 

Assessment of New Launch Providers 

• Support safety assessments of microlaunchers, minilaunchers, and new commercial operators seeking access to the European Spaceport. 

• Conduct preliminary feasibility studies for future facilities and operations, considering pyrotechnic, environmental, and flight safety impacts. 

Support to Member States – Licensing Advisory 

• Provide technical support to Member States on their licensing process, including: 

• Flight mission analysis 

• Launch system qualification status 

• Production and quality processes 

• Flight safety with/without FTS 

• Quantitative casualty risk analysis 

• Launch authorization dossier completeness 

• Evaluate the “receivability” of license submissions and ensure alignment with EU and ESA safety expectations. 

Training, Workshops & Regulatory Support 

• Prepare training materials and safety workshops for government authorities. 

• Support EUlevel exchanges on the upcoming EU Space Law, identifying impacts on safety frameworks and ESA programmes. 

• Represent ESA in technical meetings, regulatory consultations, and qualification reviews. 

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection. 

• Master Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Safety Engineering, or equivalent; 

• Minimum 4 years of relevant working experience in the domain of the position; 

• Strong knowledge of launch system safety, licensing, or spaceport operations; 

• Experience with regulatory authorities or new space system providers; 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; 

• Experience in service coordination or the potential to assume Service Manager duties will be considered an asset; 

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU;  

• Due to the nature of the role and the required security protocols, only applicants who are nationals of EU or ESA Member States can be considered;

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken;

• Fluency in French, both written and spoken, is considered an asset.

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.