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Specialization
space systems

The Space Systems major at IPSA, a leading aeronautics and space school, trains engineers specializing in space technologies, with a particular focus on telecommunications, radar and onboard systems.

This program develops advanced skills in component integration, embedded electronics, radar and satellite design. Students cover key areas such as modeling, simulation, dimensioning and programming applied to the space sector.

Projects include studying the reliability of guidance systems for orbital maneuvers.


The key points
Language

English

Rhythm

full-time

Campus

Paris-Ivry and Toulouse

Duration

2 years

Diploma obtained

CTI-certified engineering degree

Further studies

IPSA offers 70 double-degree programs in France and abroad, giving students the opportunity to acquire dual skills tailored to their career aspirations.

Job opportunities

Propulsion Systems Engineer
CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) Energy Engineer
Aircraft Performance Calculations Engineer
Thermal Engineer

The person in charge of the specialization
space systems

Campus Paris
Campus Paris

Remi Bertossi

Director of Aero 4 and 5 studies – Lecturer and researcher, PhD in thermodynamics/energetics.

photo de BERTOSSI Remi, directeur des études aéro 4 et 5 à l'Ipsa, école aéronautique
image d'un poste de contrôle de systèmes spatiaux

More
program

01/8
Complete training
Comprehensive training to master space technologies

The Space Systems major offers advanced training in launch vehicle design, satellite prototyping and space communications technologies.

02/8
Advanced skills
Advanced skills in space mechanics and propulsion

Courses and projects in the Space Systems major enable students at our School of Aeronautics and Space to acquire solid skills in space mechanics, electric and plasma propulsion, and plasma physics.

03/8
Artificial intelligence approach
An advanced approach to artificial intelligence and systems modeling

The Space Systems major is characterized by an in-depth approach to artificial intelligence and systems modeling, aimed at optimizing the design, control and autonomy of complex space devices.

04/8
International experience
International experience in space engineering

In 4th year, students spend a semester in one of the +120 partner universities to deepen their knowledge of space engineering and mission design.

05/8
The industry-oriented approach
An industry-oriented approach to meet the needs of the sector

IPSA has worked closely with aerospace manufacturers to adapt the courses in this major to the requirements of the sector, making Ipsalians engineers of excellence recognized by companies.

06/8
Strategic and ethical issues
Modules focused on tomorrow’s major challenges

To meet the zero-carbon target for 2050 set by the European Union and the aeronautics industry, IPSA has integrated modules dedicated to new sustainable mobility and emerging societal issues into each of its majors.

07/8
English courses
Courses in English for better international integration

Courses in the Space Systems major are taught in English, to better grasp the international dimension of the sector.

08/8
Professionalization
An internship for professionalization and entry into the world of work

To round off their studies, which are punctuated by numerous internships, 5th year students at our aerospace school complete a 6-month internship in a company or research laboratory, enabling them to enter the world of work. This internship usually leads to a permanent job offer.

Complete training
Advanced skills
Artificial intelligence approach
International experience
The industry-oriented approach
Strategic and ethical issues
English courses
Professionalization

The skills targeted by our Space Systems specialization

Design the architecture of a launcher or satellite

Calculate the structure of a launcher

Designing a satellite launch mission

Market and competitor analysis

Reducing environmental impact

Define the project’s technical organization

Design embedded electronic systems

Test and evaluate technical solutions

Lune

Course pace

Courses

Internship

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Program
4th year

Semester 1
Semester 2
Human Sciences and Languages
7 ECTS
99h
Intensive French Language for Engineers (for international students)
34h
Cultural Integration Workshop (for international students)
12h
English Language (for French students)
60h
Environmental Humanities (for all students)
12h
Sulitest (for new students)
Personal Development (for French students)
Second Language: Bonus points
Engineering Sciences Core – 8 ECTS
79h
Automation: Linear & Continuous Systems Design
38h
Swarm Robotics Algorithms and Application
26h
Systems Engineering – Innovation
22h
Introduction to 3D Printing
13h
Engineering Sciences – Specialization for Systems Specialization – 15 ECTS
153H
Aerodynamics: Incompressible Perfect Fluid Dynamics
26h
Aerodynamics: Compressible Perfect Fluid Dynamics
9h
Advanced Mathematical Tools for Data Science and Decision Making
32h
Digital Control System Design
50h
Microcontrollers and Their Applications
36h
UE : Internship Aero4 – 6 ECTS
Industrial Evaluation
Coeff. 50%
Internship Report
Coeff. 50%

Focus on internships

4th year
Status : Mandatory
Subject : Engineering assistant
Duration : 4 months – June to September

Course pace

Courses

Internship

Sept
Oct
Nov
Déc
Jan
Fév
Mar
Avr
Mai
Jui
Juil

Program
5th year

WAITING PROGRAM
Semester 2
Human Sciences and Languages Department
2 ECTS
99h
Trends & Social Issues in French
12h
Human Factor & HMI – Risk Analysis and Safety
17h
Intensive TOEIC Training for French Students
20h
TOEIC Training for French Students
20h
French Language (FLE) – for International Students
30h
Personal Engagement
0h
Professional Integration Division 6 ECTS
79h
French Labor & Contract Law
15h
Knowledge & Integration in Industrial Environment
8h
Life Cycle and Eco Conception
11h
Cyber Security Initiation
10h
Project Management Techniques
13h
Reliability: AMDEC Methodology in English
11h
Management Tools – Certification (Excel TOSA and VBA)
16h
Project – 5 ECTS
20H
IPSA Master Project
20h
“VEHICLES specialization – 7 ECTS
100h
Hypersonic Aerodynamics Introduction
26h
Vibration Dynamics of Plates and Shells
22h
Reliability & Fatigue of Structures
13h
Airborne and Ground Payload
21h
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
18h
Specialization “Space, Launchers and Satellites – 10 ECTS
149h
Space Propulsion Systems
26h
Electric and Nuclear Propulsion for Spacecraft
34h
Launchers and Satellites Design
44h
Prototyping Satellites
7h
Spatial Telecommunications – ELSS
22h
Project: Spatial Telecommunications – ELSS
20h
Payload Integration and Launchers – ELSV
22h
Project: Conception of a Space Mission II – ELSV
20h
Professional Integration” section – Common core
31h
Industrial Evaluation
30h
Internship Report
Oral Presentation
1h
Final year internship

Focus on internships

5th year
Status : Mandatory
Subject : Engineering internship
Duration : 6 months – February to August
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Development of a propulsion system for cubesat-type microsatellites

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Video visualization of innovative SWARM concepts

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Modeling and prediction of outgassing of space materials in orbit

Examples of
Student projects

– Architecture, design and pre-sizing of a micro-launch vehicle tank assembly
– Study of guidance reliability for orbital maneuvers
– Design and simulation methodology for optimizing fuel blocks for hybrid rocket engines

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Space Systems specialization

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