GNC Engineer

Infinite Orbits; Toulouse; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International team

Innovative work environment

Job summary

Infinite Orbits in Toulouse is seeking a GNC Engineer to advance our Rendezvous solution. You will contribute to navigation algorithms, collision avoidance, and integration with the overall system.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, experience in GNC/AOCS for spacecraft, strong MATLAB and Simulink skills, and excellent English. You’ll collaborate in an international team and participate in V&V activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in aerospace/related field.
• Experience in GNC/AOCS systems in aerospace.
• Proficient in MATLAB and Simulink.
• Strong teamwork and communication; Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Refine state-of-the-art navigation algorithms.
• Develop collision avoidance mode algorithms.
• Integrate algorithms into the rendezvous state machine and align with sensors/actuators.
• Perform sensitivity analyses to evaluate GNC performance.
• Support GNC validation and verification activities.

Skills

GNC/AOCS experience

MATLAB

Simulink

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Infinite Orbits is a pioneering NewSpace company dedicated to reshaping the landscape of

In-Orbit Services. With our groundbreaking Rendez Vous solution, an advanced autonomous

vision-based navigation software, we are setting new standards in satellite servicing. We design, own, and operate specialized 'Servicers' aimed at providing comprehensive in-orbit

services to satellite operators within geostationary orbit. Our core mission focuses on asset

inspection, lifespan extension, and end-of-life management, ensuring our clients' investments

achieve their maximum potential and beyond.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated GNC Engineer to join our Rendezvous team in Toulouse. This role is key to the development and enhancement of our Rendezvous solution, contributing directly to the mission's success through systems engineering and problem-solving capabilities.

Job Description

• Refinement of state-of-the-art Navigation algorithms.
• Development of Collision Avoidance Mode algorithms.
• Integration of algorithms into the overall state machine architecture and align with
• system parameters (sensors, actuators, and computers).
• Sensitivity analysis to define the performance of the GNC algorithms.
• Actively participate in the definition of Rendezvous ConOps (Concept of Operations)
• and Safety Concepts, including Failure Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR)
• strategies.
• Support the development and execution of GNC Validation & Verification processes to
• ensure the reliability and efficacy of the Rendezvous solution.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in GNC/AOCS systems within the aerospace sector, particularly in spacecraft or satellite operations.
• Excellent programming skills, with experience in MATLAB and Simulink.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external partners.
• Proficiency in English.

What we offer

• The opportunity to be part of an international team transforming the space industry.
• A creative and innovative work environment where ideas turn into reality.