Satellite ADCS Engineer

Job Description

Responsibilities System Architecture and Design: Lead the development and evolution of the spacecraft ADCS architecture, including the design and integration of sensors, actuators, reaction wheels, magnetorquers and control algorithms to achieve mission requirements, Algorithm Development: Design and implement advanced ADCS algorithms to support various pointing modes and attitude control scenarios, ensuring precise control over satellite orientation and stability, Simulation and Modeling: Perform detailed sensor and actuator characterization, modeling, and simulation to predict system performance and optimize the design Develop and utilize satellite simulators for system validation, Hardware Integration: Specify, evaluate, and select ADCS components, including reaction wheels, magnetorquers, star trackers, IMUs, and sun sensors Integrate these components into the spacecraft, ensuring seamless interaction with other subsystems, Testing and Validation: Develop and execute hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) tests, ground-based simulations, and in-orbit commissioning to validate ADCS performance Troubleshoot and resolve issues during the integration and testing phases, On-Orbit Operations: Support on-orbit guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) system calibration, commissioning, and operations, including maneuver planning and fault management, Fundamental Requirements Educational Background: Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related fi eld A Masters degree is preferred, Industry Experience: Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in spacecraft attitude determination and control, with hands-on experience in the development, testing, and operation of ADCS systems, Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of ADCS components and systems, including sensors (IMUs, magnetometers, star trackers) and actuators (reaction wheels, magnetorquers) Experience with GNC systems is a signifi cant plus, Programming Skills: Profi ciency in C/C++ for embedded systems development, with experience in Python and MATLAB for simulation and data processing Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, System-Level Understanding: Solid understanding of closed-loop control systems, orbital mechanics, and spacecraft dynamics Ability to conduct detailed trade-off analyses to optimize ADCS design, Simulation and Testing: Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing, satellite simulation, and ADCS algorithm validation Ability to design and execute comprehensive