Senior GNC Engineer
Core
Design, model, analyze, integrate, and operate attitude determination/estimation systems and control software/hardware for small spacecraft.
Role type
Senior GNC/AOCS Engineer
Builds
Attitude and orbit control systems for nanosatellites
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Spacecraft attitude dynamics and control algorithms, Kalman filters for attitude estimation, Flight sensors (magnetometers, sun sensors, IMUs, star trackers), Flight actuators (magnetic torque, reaction wheels, propulsion), C/Python software development, Linux development environment
Preferred skills
Flight software development, C/C++ for embedded systems, Spacecraft design, Spacecraft assembly/integration/testing, Spacecraft operations, System anomaly resolution, Integration and test campaign management
Technologies
C, Python, Linux, Kalman filters
Responsibilities
Design attitude determination/estimation systems, Develop spacecraft dynamics and control simulations, Select and qualify flight sensors and actuators, Perform hands-on testing and integration in lab/manufacturing, Support on-orbit operations analysis, Collaborate with contractors and internal staff
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
