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In-Orbit Services GNC Engineer - Relative Navigation(m/w/x)
Integrating relative navigation module into GNC framework for Nyx orbital vehicle. GNC algorithm development and spacecraft relative navigation experience required. Relocation assistance.
Requirements
- Master's or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field with GNC/autonomous systems focus
- Proficiency in GNC algorithm development (Kalman filtering, sensor fusion, optimal control)
- Experience with relative navigation sensors (LiDAR, optical cameras, RF ranging) and GNC integration
- Familiarity with HIL testing environments (dSPACE, Speedgoat, or custom setups)
- Hands-on experience in GNC system development with spacecraft relative navigation
- Proficiency in programming and data analysis (Python, MATLAB, C++)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, conveying technical concepts
- Willingness to give proactive and mindful feedback
- Passion for space industry sustainability and high motivation for fast-paced startup environment
- Fluent English
Tasks
- Integrate relative navigation module into GNC framework.
- Collaborate to define sensor interfaces and protocols.
- Design and implement simplified navigation models.
- Predict and analyze navigation performance.
- Develop simulation tools and scripts (Python, C++).
- Perform error budgets and sensitivity analyses.
- Validate models against simulations and empirical data.
- Plan, design, and execute HIL tests.
- Validate GNC system accuracy and robustness.
- Develop test cases and scripts for simulations.
- Analyze HIL test results.
- Identify discrepancies and propose corrective actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ensure GNC requirements are met.
- Document technical designs, procedures, and results.
- Support design reviews and risk assessments.
- Support trade studies for GNC architecture.
Work Experience
- approx. 1 - 4 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- Kalman filtering
- sensor fusion
- optimal control
- LiDAR
- optical cameras
- RF ranging
- dSPACE
- Speedgoat
- Python
- MATLAB
- C++
Benefits
Other Benefits
- Relocation assistance
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In-Orbit Services GNC Engineer - Relative Navigation(m/w/x)
Integrating relative navigation module into GNC framework for Nyx orbital vehicle. GNC algorithm development and spacecraft relative navigation experience required. Relocation assistance.
Requirements
- Master's or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field with GNC/autonomous systems focus
- Proficiency in GNC algorithm development (Kalman filtering, sensor fusion, optimal control)
- Experience with relative navigation sensors (LiDAR, optical cameras, RF ranging) and GNC integration
- Familiarity with HIL testing environments (dSPACE, Speedgoat, or custom setups)
- Hands-on experience in GNC system development with spacecraft relative navigation
- Proficiency in programming and data analysis (Python, MATLAB, C++)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, conveying technical concepts
- Willingness to give proactive and mindful feedback
- Passion for space industry sustainability and high motivation for fast-paced startup environment
- Fluent English
Tasks
- Integrate relative navigation module into GNC framework.
- Collaborate to define sensor interfaces and protocols.
- Design and implement simplified navigation models.
- Predict and analyze navigation performance.
- Develop simulation tools and scripts (Python, C++).
- Perform error budgets and sensitivity analyses.
- Validate models against simulations and empirical data.
- Plan, design, and execute HIL tests.
- Validate GNC system accuracy and robustness.
- Develop test cases and scripts for simulations.
- Analyze HIL test results.
- Identify discrepancies and propose corrective actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ensure GNC requirements are met.
- Document technical designs, procedures, and results.
- Support design reviews and risk assessments.
- Support trade studies for GNC architecture.
Work Experience
- approx. 1 - 4 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- Kalman filtering
- sensor fusion
- optimal control
- LiDAR
- optical cameras
- RF ranging
- dSPACE
- Speedgoat
- Python
- MATLAB
- C++
Benefits
Other Benefits
- Relocation assistance
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About the Company
The Exploration Company
Industry
Aerospace
Description
The company is developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle.
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