GNC Algorithms Engineer – Spacecraft Rendezvous & Proximity Ops

Astroscale Holdings Inc.; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance considered

Visa sponsorship considered

Hybrid working available

Flexibility around core hours

Job summary

Astroscale UK (Harwell) is seeking a technically strong Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to join our GNC Algorithm and Simulation team. You will design, develop, verify and deploy GNC algorithms and software for spacecraft systems, spanning concept, design, simulation, testing, integration and on-orbit operations.

We offer an opportunity to contribute to in-orbit servicing and debris removal, working with an international team to turn advanced GNC concepts into flight-ready

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or other relevant engineering/science discipline.
• 2+ years' industrial experience in GNC algorithm development and deployment.
• Experience in space industry with GNC concepts, modelling and testing.
• Proficient with MATLAB/Simulink and Python; experience with Git version control.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and test GNC algorithms for ASUK missions.
• Design, develop, validate and maintain high-fidelity GNC simulation environments with spacecraft models and dynamics.
• Contribute to the design and testing of GNC flight software.
• Support GNC verification and validation activities including test plans and procedures.
• Collaborate with Systems, CV, Flight Dynamics and other disciplines to ensure performance and compatibility.
• Support FMECA/FDIR concepts and processes at system level.

Skills

GNC algorithm design

High-fidelity simulation

GNC sensors/actuators

Orbital/attitude dynamics

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Git version control

GNC software deployment

Problem solving

Inter-personal skills

Software configuration management

Fast-paced environment

UK SC clearance eligible

Autocoding

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering or other relevant engineering/science discipline

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Git

C/C++

Job description

Astroscale UK (Harwell) is seeking a technically strong Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to join our GNC Algorithm and Simulation team. You will design, develop, verify and deploy GNC algorithms and software for spacecraft systems, spanning concept, design, simulation, testing, integration and on-orbit operations.

We offer an opportunity to contribute to in-orbit servicing and debris removal, working with an international team to turn advanced GNC concepts into flight-ready