Postdoc in Space Systems: GNC, Orbital Dynamics & SSA

West Virginia University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Pittsburgh is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Guidance, Navigation, and Control. This role requires a Ph.D. in a relevant field and offers an opportunity to conduct significant research while mentoring students. Candidates should be skilled in orbital mechanics and machine learning, and experience with simulation tools is advantageous. Responsibilities include developing algorithms and analyzing data from sensors, as well as preparing publications.

Qualifications

• Strong research capability in orbital mechanics and nonlinear dynamics.
• Experience with tracking algorithms and sensor fusion is desirable.
• Familiarity with simulation tools like STK, GMAT, and programming languages such as Python and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in GNC and SSA.
• Develop and refine algorithms for tracking and characterization of space objects.
• Analyze datasets from ground- and space-based sensors.
• Prepare publications and present results at conferences.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Assist in proposal development.

Skills

Research capability

Orbital mechanics

State estimation

Sensor fusion

Tracking algorithms

Nonlinear dynamics

Machine learning

Education

Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or closely related field

Tools

STK

GMAT

Basilisk

Python

MATLAB

C++

Job description

A leading research university in Pittsburgh is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Guidance, Navigation, and Control. This role requires a Ph.D. in a relevant field and offers an opportunity to conduct significant research while mentoring students. Candidates should be skilled in orbital mechanics and machine learning, and experience with simulation tools is advantageous. Responsibilities include developing algorithms and analyzing data from sensors, as well as preparing publications.