Site Software Application Engineer

Posting Date: 30 Mar 2026

City: Genova

Location:

Genova, IT, 16129

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Operating Engine

Level of experience: Intermediate

RINA is currently recruiting for a Site Software Application Engineer to join its team in Genoa within the Operating Engine Division.

Mission

We are seeking a highly motivated engineer to join our satellite navigation systems and mission-critical software development team. This candidate will contribute to the design, modeling, simulation, and validation of algorithms and software components related to GNSS navigation and signal processing.

Key Accountabilities

Design, analysis, and development of algorithms for satellite navigation systems (GNSS, sensor integration, state filters, etc.).
Model development and simulations in MATLAB & Simulink for functional validation of algorithms.
Implementation, optimization, and testing of software modules in Python for data processing and rapid prototyping.
Performance analysis of GNSS systems under nominal and degraded conditions, with statistical and modeling evaluations.
Contribution to the definition of technical requirements and preparation of design documentation.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for the integration of software modules into complex, mission-critical systems.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Electronic/TLC Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering General

Qualifications

Experience (2+ years) in navigation/simulation development or PhD in related topics (GNSS, state estimation, sensor fusion, signal processing).
Excellent knowledge of MATLAB & Simulink for dynamic modeling and simulation.
Good knowledge of Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, data analysis and prototyping tools).
Knowledge of GNSS system principles: segments, signals, error budgets, propagation and measurement models.
Familiarity with estimation and filtering techniques (Kalman, EKF, UKF, smoothing).
Ability to analyze complex datasets and produce technical reports.

Competencies

WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.