Senior Spacecraft Attitude Control Systems Engineer

Aurex; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurex in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Spacecraft Attitude Control Systems Engineer. You will support the Space and Launch Division, focusing on ACS subsystem analysis, architecture, and verification. Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required; experience with satellite buses and flight operations is essential.

The role requires strong skills in control theory, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and STK, and will involve collaboration with prime contractors and system reviews throughout the program lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
• 10–15 years of professional aerospace experience.
• Experience in design & integration of satellite buses.
• Knowledge of launch & flight operations of space vehicles.
• Strong MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and STK proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Analyze attitude control systems and subsystem architecture.
• Review contractor designs and evaluate operating modes.
• Attend PDR/CDR and system reviews to provide technical input.
• Support factory integration and test activities as needed.
• Coordinate with prime contractor counterparts and program leads.

Skills

Attitude control systems

Matlab/Simulink

Python

STK

Control theory

Orbital dynamics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Astronautical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

STK

Python

Job description

Aurex in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Spacecraft Attitude Control Systems Engineer. You will support the Space and Launch Division, focusing on ACS subsystem analysis, architecture, and verification. Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required; experience with satellite buses and flight operations is essential.

The role requires strong skills in control theory, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and STK, and will involve collaboration with prime contractors and system reviews throughout the program lifecycle.