AOCS Development Engineer

Location
United Kingdom - Remote position
Department
Mission Analysis
Type
Full-time

Kongsberg NanoAvionics is a leading international New Space Nano and Micro-satellite manufacturer based in Lithuania. NanoAvionics’ team consists of driven, young, smart, and ambitious employees: we have over 70 successful satellite missions and projects under our belt and keep on counting. We are proud to work with Thales, NASA, ESA, and other industry leaders – and we are willing to share with you the opportunity to be a part of the worldwide space industry!

Our Mission Analysis department is looking for an AOCS Development Engineer. In this position, you will contribute to the development, validation, and deployment of AOCS models and algorithms, contribute to RnD activities, support commercial missions, and work closely with Software Engineering and Product Development teams to deliver reliable solutions.

As an AOCS Development Engineer, you will:

Develop and validate mathematical models for AOCS, including rigid-body dynamics/kinematics and basic environmental and hardware modelling
Conduct simulations and analyze results proficiently, including Monte Carlo simulations
Be involved in on-orbit commissioning activities (LEOP), contributing to anomaly resolution and validation of newly developed features
Produce clear and structured documentation, including technical reports and software documentation aligned with internal standards
Engage with clients by addressing technical queries about AOCS features and capabilities
Work together with AOCS and Software Development teams to produce technically sound AOCS solutions
Support the Software Quality Control team in AOCS models testing activities

We expect you to have:

Comprehensive understanding of AOCS architecture, including subsystem interactions and system-level implications
Experience in control theory, with practical experience in tuning existing control algorithms
Good understanding of attitude determination concepts, including familiarity with filtering approaches (e.g., Kalman filtering)
Experience in MATLAB/Simulink development, including algorithm implementation and model-based development workflows
Experience in simulation and analysis, including closed-loop simulations, Monte Carlo campaigns and performance assessment and interpretation
Proficient in the use of task management and development workflows, ensuring work is tracked and delivered on time
GIT knowledge and basic software management workflow
Autonomy in performing routine development tasks, demonstrating initiative in communication and proactive problem identification and resolution
Effective communication of difficult technical concepts, both internally and externally, adapting to the audience
Good cooperation with the team, alignment with its processes and development lifecycle

Nice to have:

Proficiency in C/C++ development for AOCS software implementation
Familiar with MATLAB/Simulink embedded coder
Familiar with Continuous Integration tools (e.g. Jenkins)
Understanding of orbit dynamics

Salary

Salary starts from £42 to 65K per year
The final offer will depend on the level of competencies and experience

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PERKS & BENEFITS

We ensure

FOCUS ON SOLUTIONS, NOT REPETITIONS

Creating innovation without engaging in repetitive production.
PROFESSIONAL AUTONOMY & TRUST

Result-oriented working hours with the possibility to work remotely.
COLLABORATION WITH LEADING GLOBAL SPACE COMPANIES

Possibilities to cooperate with industry giants such as SpaceX and NASA.

We offer

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

More than 75% of our leadership has developed within the company and more than 12% of employees have expanded their expertise through horizontal moves.
PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Workshops, global conferences and industry meetups.
TEAM CLUBS

From airsoft, motorsports to a pilot club - numerous interest groups based on team hobbies.