Senior AOCS Engineer

 

A cutting-edge space technology company revolutionizing satellite systems to push the boundaries of Earth observation and beyond.

 

• Lead the design, analysis, and development of next-generation Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS) for advanced satellite missions.
• Develop state-of-the-art algorithms for precise attitude estimation, control mechanisms, and robust failsafe operations.
• Collaborate with top-tier embedded software engineers to seamlessly integrate AOCS into our mission-critical flight software.
• Conduct extensive testing through Model In the Loop Simulation (MILS), Hardware In the Loop Simulation (HILS), and satellite-level validation.
• Be a key player in the satellite Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) process.
• Leverage MATLAB/Simulink to model and optimize sensors, actuators, and physical components.
• Support live launch campaigns and monitor critical satellite behaviors post-launch.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the future evolution of satellite control technologies.

(Upon Employment) Senior AOCS Engineer
(Scope of any potential changes) Duties as defined by the company

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Control, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• 8+ years of experience in designing and validating control systems for high-autonomy platforms (satellites, UAVs, autonomous vehicles, etc.).
• Deep expertise in multibody dynamics, attitude kinematics, and energy conservation principles.
• Advanced proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink for control system modeling.
• Hands-on experience with physical sensors and actuators in dynamic systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a high-stakes engineering environment.
• Willingness to travel for on-site testing and business meetings.

• Mastery of orbital mechanics and satellite dynamics.
• Experience in spacecraft control algorithms and precision orbit determination.
• Expertise in Kalman filtering, sensor fusion, and anomaly detection techniques.
• Background in non-linear and optimal control theory.
• Experience programming in C/C++ for real-time embedded applications.

• Be at the forefront of space exploration and satellite innovation.
• Work in an international, high-caliber team of engineers.
• Gain hands-on experience in the full lifecycle of satellite development—from initial concept to orbital deployment.
• Push the limits of technology in a fast-paced and highly rewarding environment.