GNC Engineer, Orbit Determination/Stargaze (Starlink)
Core
Develop and maintain orbit determination tools and pipelines to track space objects, prevent collisions, and ensure the safety of the Starlink constellation using optical and radar observations.
Role type
GNC Engineer (Orbit Determination)
Builds
Space surveillance systems and collision avoidance tools for the Starlink constellation
Domain
Aerospace / Space Situational Awareness
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Python, C++, sequential estimation (Kalman filtering), orbital modeling and propagation, image processing, statistical data analysis, version control (Git)
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in aerospace engineering, expertise in sensor handling (telescopes, astrometry, photometry), space traffic management knowledge, algorithm deployment for real-world applications
Technologies
Python, C++, Git, Kalman filters, TLE sets, CDMs
Responsibilities
Maintain and operate orbit determination tools and pipelines, develop image processing algorithms for object detection, operate surveillance systems for real-time decision-making, improve system performance by updating prediction algorithms
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC