Antaris Inc · 2 days ago
GNC Systems Engineer
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Responsibilities
Model, design, develop and test attitude estimation algorithms, attitude control algorithms, orbit maintenance/control maneuvers, and sensor/actuator modeling
Design robust control algorithms for flexible spacecraft using reaction wheels/CMGs, torque rods, and propulsion systems
Collaborate with hardware and software teams to prepare detailed system performance specifications including sensor/actuator characterizations and redundancy and fault management
Create and maintain MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or equivalent simulation environments to test and validate GNC algorithms and control strategies
Implement algorithms in C/C++ or other relevant languages and contribute to the development of the GNC software stack in the flight controller computer
Perform rigorous simulation and validation of the GNC algorithms, ensuring robust performance under various astrodynamics and mission use cases and scenarios
Prepare detailed documentation, including algorithm, performance specifications, test plans, and results reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, mission planners, and software developers, to ensure seamless integration of the GNC subsystem into the overall spacecraft systems
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in astrophysics, aerospace, or similar engineering discipline
Demonstrated minimum five years of project or professional experience in satellite attitude determination, navigation, guidance and control is a must
Experience in designing, developing, implementing, optimizing, and testing robust estimation and control algorithms on hardware systems is a must
Proficiency in languages such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C and experience with relevant software tools is a must
Preferred
Strong mathematical background with expertise in control theory and estimation techniques is desired
Strong understanding of astrodynamics, modeling and simulation, classical and modern control, and software development
Company
Antaris Inc
Antaris, the software platform for space, exists to make space easy.