GNC Engineer

The Exploration Company; München; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Exploration Company seeks a talented GNC Engineer to contribute to the GNC subsystem design, testing, verification and validation of our spacecraft. You will work across the GNC life cycle from conceptual design to post-flight analysis.

You should have an MSc in Aerospace or related field, strong dynamics and control knowledge, and software experience in C++, Python and MATLAB/Simulink. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• MSc in Aerospace or related engineering discipline; higher degree advantageous.
• Strong understanding of classical dynamics, orbital and flight mechanics.
• Experience with flight physics simulation.
• Proficient in C++, Python and MATLAB/Simulink.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the AOCS/GNC subsystem for spacecraft missions.
• Design, synthesis, test, implementation, verification, and validation of GNC algorithms.
• Implement the GNC code into the Flight Software.
• Develop high fidelity 6 DOF models and simulations to analyze system performance.
• Perform design optimization and dispersion analysis.
• Conduct multidisciplinary trades to improve spacecraft performance and reliability.
• Develop GNC hardware specification, modeling and simulation.
• Create software automation tools for GNC design, analysis, testing and reporting.
• Validate GNC software via unit testing, Monte Carlo analysis, and HIL testing.
• Report test results and analysis with efficient documentation.

Skills

C++

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Flight dynamics

Orbital mechanics

GNC software development

Education

MSc in Aerospace or related engineering

Job description

Here at The Exploration Company, we are building innovative aerospace technologies that advance the future of space transportation.

We want you as a talented GNC Engineer to contribute to the GNC subsystem design, testing, verification and validation of our vehicles. As a GNC Engineer, you must have a firm grasp of spacecraft GNC concepts and applications. You will work on all aspects of the GNC life cycle: spacecraft and mission conceptual design, subsystem requirements development, algorithm development, software implementation and testing, operations, and post-flight analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

In your capacity as a GNC Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include to:

• Participate in the design and implementation of the AOCS/GNC subsystem of The Exploration Company' spacecraft for a wide variety of spacecraft and space missions to include LEO operations, Reentry, and Rendezvous and Docking.

• Design, synthesis, test, implementation, verification, and validation of GNC algorithms.

• Implement the GNC code into the Flight Software.

• Develop high fidelity 6 degrees of freedom models and simulations to analyze the system performance.

• Perform design, optimization, and dispersion analysis.

• Perform multi-disciplinary spacecraft systems trades and investigations to improve The Exploration Company' spacecraft performance and reliability.

• AOCS/GNC hardware specification, selection, modeling and simulation.

• Develop software automation tools for GNC design, analysis, testing and reporting.

• Validate and verify your GNC software via algorithm unit testing, Monte Carlo analysis, and software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

• Reporting of test results and analysis, with a focus on efficiency and automation of documentation.

What we would love to see from you:

In the role of GNC Engineer ideally, you will have the following:

• MSc. in Aerospace or related engineering discipline. A higher degree is considered advantageous.

• Strong understanding of classical dynamics, orbital and flight mechanics.

• Strong understanding of control and estimation techniques.

• Experience with flight physics simulation.

• Software development experience in C++, Python and MATLAB/Simulink.

• Passion for advancing the commercial space industry.

• Highly motivated to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up environment.

• Fluent in English. German or French is an asset.

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:

• We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind

• We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them

• We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey.
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.