764 English-speaking jobs in Occitania
26-003 Calibration of a multi-head particle detector with machine learning
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
Develop a machine learning model to predict the in-flight response of a multi-head particle detector based on ground calibration data. The model will account for instrumental effects and background noise, enabling systematic calibration and intercalibration between detectors.
26-029 Physics-Constrained Deep Learning for BIOMASS Mission Forest Monitoring
- CNES
- Montpellier
- February 2
This PhD project develops physics-constrained deep learning algorithms for BIOMASS P-band SAR tomography applications. The research integrates electromagnetic scattering principles into neural network architectures to achieve accurate forest structure reconstruction.
26-040 Development of a reduced-order model of the Earth's radiation belts
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This thesis focuses on developing a reduced-order model for the Salammbô 3D electrons code, used to simulate Earth's radiation belts. The research will explore dimensionality reduction, dynamic modeling in latent space, and the impact of dimensionality reduction on model accuracy.
26-177 Dynamic analysis of a fast planetary rover
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research develops robust models of four-wheeled rovers for dynamic behavior, aiming to increase cruising speed to five meters per second. The research integrates structural characteristics, damping, control, and interface capabilities with emerging technologies.
26-096 Silicon Front-End at 183/325 GHz for miniaturized space radiometers
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This research explores the potential of silicon-based front-end circuits operating at 183 GHz and 325 GHz for miniaturized space radiometers. The study aims to address challenges such as lower electron mobility and substrate losses in silicon technologies compared to III-V semiconductors.
26-187 Thermosphere density forecast model using AI and data assimilation
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This research position focuses on improving the accuracy and capabilities of DTM_nrt, an AI-based thermosphere density forecast model. The successful candidate will investigate model limitations, explore data assimilation techniques, and develop enhancements to the model's performance.
26-076 Reliability Quantification and Improvement in Antenna Measurements
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research aims to improve the reliability of antenna measurements by developing new methods for assessing far-field patterns from raw data and quantifying uncorrectable uncertainties. The research will explore narrow-band delay-based models, wavelet-based deconvolution, and stochastic methods to address challenges related to spurious scatterings and environmental randomness.
26-130 Development of sensors for the analysis of electrostatic discharges
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD study investigates the impact of high-energy radiation on spacecraft components and characterizes electrostatic discharges on critical elements. The research involves experimental, instrumental, and numerical methods to identify and measure discharges under simulated space conditions.
26-059 Blue economy and sustainable development in Madagascar
- CNES
- Montpellier
- February 2
This PhD project investigates the impact of blue economy interventions (marine protected areas, mariculture, eco-tourism) on poverty and outmigration in coastal villages of Madagascar. Using satellite imagery, AI algorithms, and statistical methods, the research will assess the causal link between blue economy development and socioeconomic outcomes over a 20-year period.
26-044 Robust Collision Probability Assessment with Parametric Uncertainties
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This thesis develops a probabilistic framework for collision risk assessment in space, addressing uncertainties in covariance matrices, Time of Closest Approach, and nonlinear dynamics.
26-097 Synergies between SWOT and CO3D for RIver FloodPlain DEM and DischArGe
- CNES
- Montpellier
- February 2
This project aims to improve river flood modeling by combining data from the SWOT and CO3D missions. Researchers will use CO3D's high-resolution topography to refine SWOT-derived bathymetry, particularly in narrow and complex river reaches. The project will also investigate the potential of CO3D for surface velocity retrieval and discharge estimation.
26-006 Contribution of remote sensing to hydrological modeling optimization
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD thesis investigates the use of remote sensing data to improve hydrological modeling. The research will focus on optimizing a semi-distributed GR model using various remote sensing products, including snow cover, soil moisture, evapotranspiration, and water levels. The goal is to enhance model parameterization, improve consistency between simulated variables and observations, and increase the model's spatial and temporal transferability.
26-215 Multisensor/method fusion to estimate bathymetry and intrinsic certainty
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This research project focuses on developing a multi-sensor fusion approach to estimate bathymetry and associated uncertainty. The project will integrate existing methods, develop new agile methods for various sensors, and incorporate uncertainty estimation for fusion. The goal is to create a new global atlas of bathymetric data.
26-085 Vision Physical and Geometric Fondation Models for Autonomous Navigation
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD thesis develops a hybrid navigation pipeline combining visual/inertial SLAM, physics- and geometry-grounded Vision Foundation Models, and 3D reconstruction techniques. The project aims to create robust navigation methods for complex environments, validated in simulations and on real robotic platforms.
26-143 Numerical study of water injection to reduce environment at lift-off
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research focuses on developing and validating numerical models to study the effects of water injection on the acoustic and thermal environment during rocket launch. The work will involve multi-phase flow modeling, acoustic and thermal simulations, and comparisons with experimental data from the MARTEL test bench.
26-055 Attitude Testbed and Digital Twin for advanced GNC algorithms
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This project aims to design a next-generation attitude simulator testbed capable of assessing attitude control algorithms under realistic conditions. The new design will eliminate disturbances not found in orbit and handle active dynamic imbalances at the payload level. The project will investigate the use of miniaturised Control Moment Gyroscopes (CMGs) for agile balancing algorithms, decoupling an agile balancing system from the payload's ADCS, and optimizing nonlinear multibody simulations for prototyping and validating control algorithms.
26-237 Characterization of the RCS of electric thruster plasma plumes
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research aims to characterize the radar cross section (RCS) of electric thruster plasma plumes. The work will involve numerical simulation using a multi-physics tool, development of advanced signal processing techniques for RCS measurement in reverberant environments, and experimental characterization in both anechoic and reverberant chambers.
26-052 Robust attitude control design & validation applied to balloon pointing
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This doctoral project focuses on designing robust attitude control laws for balloon-borne pointing systems. The work will involve developing control techniques that address system uncertainties and actuator limitations, including online adaptation strategies and control allocation schemes. Validation will include robustness analysis and experimental testing on a CNES test-bench.
Director Health & Safety / Directeur(-rice) HSE
- Evote
- Toulouse
- February 2
The Director / Site Head of EH&S is responsible for the site's Environmental, Health & Safety performance, compliance, and risk management. The role defines and drives the site EH&S strategy, ensures the robustness of the EH&S management system, and acts as the primary EH&S interface with regulatory authorities and stakeholders. The Director provides strategic leadership on EH&S risks, oversees high-severity incidents, and represents the site in corporate and global EH&S governance forums.
Site Operational Coordination Lead / Responsable Coordination Opérationnelle Site
- Evote
- Toulouse
- February 2
Ensures operational coordination, execution discipline, and follow-up across all site activities. Translates the Target Operating Model into concrete governance structures and execution plans. Coordinates day-to-day execution across functions and supports preparation of critical milestones. Structures operational issues before escalation and supports data-driven decision-making.
















