AOCS/GNC Satellite Analyst (Hybrid)

Prestwick Aerosystems; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Pension scheme

Share options

Car leasing

Free onsite parking

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Hybrid working

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage is hiring an experienced AOCS/GNC Engineer to focus on satellite projects and join a stable UK team of 25. You will work with Rover teams and contribute to design, development and verification activities across mission phases from 0 to Utilisation.

The role offers flexible work arrangements, international opportunities, and a clear career path toward Management or Technical leadership. A strong background in GNC/AOCS and programming is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with GNC/AOCS for space applications is required.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, C, C++, or Python is expected.
• Familiarity with simulators and modeling tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to AOCS/GNC design, implementation, verification and validation from Phases 0 to E.
• Develop software to prototype level, including non/real-time simulation in C/Matlab/Python.
• Produce design justifications and software requirements documents.
• Support reviews and workshops with customers, partners and stakeholders.

Skills

GNC/AOCS for Space Applications

Matlab

C

C++

Python

Tools

Simulink

Altair Activate

OpenModelica

Scilab/Xcos

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage is hiring an experienced AOCS/GNC Engineer to focus on satellite projects and join a stable UK team of 25. You will work with Rover teams and contribute to design, development and verification activities across mission phases from 0 to Utilisation.

The role offers flexible work arrangements, international opportunities, and a clear career path toward Management or Technical leadership. A strong background in GNC/AOCS and programming is essential.