Real-Time Payload Pointing Software Engineer

Logos Space; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A satellite communications company is seeking a Payload Pointing Control Software Engineer in Mountain View, California. This role involves designing and developing real-time software for beam control systems, with responsibilities ranging from software maintenance to conducting rigorous testing. Candidates should hold a degree in relevant engineering fields and demonstrate proficiency in programming languages such as C and C++. Competitive work environment focused on solving challenging problems in aerospace engineering.

Qualifications

• Education in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM fields.
• Experience in spacecraft GN&C software development.
• Proficiency in state estimation algorithms like the Multiplicative Extended Kalman Filter (MEKF).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain real-time state estimation and pointing control flight software.
• Manage interfaces between payload beam control software and antennas.
• Perform detailed attitude determination and control analyses.
• Conduct closed-loop testing using various simulation platforms.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.
• Provide technical support for mission operations.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Rust

Julia

Agile development practices

DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a STEM field

Job description

A satellite communications company is seeking a Payload Pointing Control Software Engineer in Mountain View, California. This role involves designing and developing real-time software for beam control systems, with responsibilities ranging from software maintenance to conducting rigorous testing. Candidates should hold a degree in relevant engineering fields and demonstrate proficiency in programming languages such as C and C++. Competitive work environment focused on solving challenging problems in aerospace engineering.