Spacecraft ADCS Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and implement guidance & control algorithms in an embedded software environment.
• Define requirements for ADCS subsystem.
• Guide GNC hardware procurement.
• Guide the development of ADCS component emulators in integrated modeling environments.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to validate hardware systems.
• Design the ADCS verification and validation approach for the spacecraft including environmental and acceptance testing.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complies with company standards.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets related to aerospace engineering tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience designing, analyzing and building software in an aerospace environment or other relevant industry experience.
• Software skills in C, C++.
• Knowledge of control and optimization theory.
• Expertise in numerical programming environments (Python, MATLAB, etc.).
• Familiarity with ADCS design and simulation for spacecraft systems.
• Experience running dynamic simulations for spacecraft.
• Proven track record in the successful design and development of software systems for either terrestrial or satellite applications.
• Creative problem-solving skills, with the capability to develop innovative solutions to advanced engineering challenges.
• Strong understanding of the unique requirements and challenges associated with aerospace systems for space missions.

Qualifications

• Expertise in advanced ADCS design and integration techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation in ADCS design and implementation, contributing to the development of cutting-edge space technologies.
• Familiarity with space industry regulations, safety standards relevant to space missions and operations.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to interface with the team and organization and prioritize tasks, projects, and personnel from a variety of disciplines.
• Experience with spacecraft flight operations.
• Hands-on experience building test setups for ADCS components.

Skills

• Expertise in advanced ADCS design and integration techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation in ADCS design and implementation, contributing to the development of cutting-edge space technologies.
• Familiarity with space industry regulations, safety standards relevant to space missions and operations.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to interface with the team and organization and prioritize tasks, projects, and personnel from a variety of disciplines.
• Experience with spacecraft flight operations.
• Hands-on experience building test setups for ADCS components.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

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