GNC/AOCS Engineer / GNC/AOCS Engineeress

GNC/AOCS Engineer Opportunity in Denmark

Darwin Recruitment is seeking a talented GNC/AOCS Engineer to join our dynamic team in Denmark. If you're passionate about space technology and want to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design AOCS solutions and integrate and test spacecraft AOCS components and algorithms for customer-specific missions.
• Engage with customers to discuss requirements and agree on tailored solutions.
• Specify, evaluate, and select spacecraft attitude determination sensors and actuators for specific missions.
• Collaborate with the Systems Engineering team to define architecture and spacecraft design based on required attitude determination and control system performance.
• Perform simulations and development using tools such as MatLab, Simulink, C, and C++.
• Develop AOCS software, including components that are compatible with the company’s qualified systems and customer-selected components.
• Create and deliver AOCS documentation customized for specific missions.
• Support the integration, testing, and troubleshooting of AOCS components and software in cleanroom environments and in orbit.
• Participate in the evolution of spacecraft AOCS architecture, focusing on high pointing performance solutions. Maintain technical reference documentation for AOCS architecture definition, design, and development.

Requirements

• A relevant technical background in Control and Automation, preferably at the MSc level or higher, and/or professional experience in high-tech industries.
• A solid understanding of CubeSat/spacecraft attitude determination and control systems.
• Familiarity with spacecraft system engineering is preferred.
• Recent experience in projects focused on developing space hardware and/or software, especially in attitude determination and control systems.
• Knowledge of components related to attitude determination and control systems, such as IMUs, star trackers, reaction wheels, and reaction control systems.
• A keen interest in spacecraft propulsion systems.
• Proficient programming skills in one or more languages (e.g., C, C++, Python, MatLab, etc.).
• Experience with Linux-based systems.
• Hands-on experience with programming microcontrollers is desirable.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in client engagement with the ability to communicate complex technologies in an easily understandable manner.
• Fluency in English at a professional level.

To apply for this position, please apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Thank you for your interest in joining Darwin Recruitment!