At Indra Deimos, we're on a mission to revolutionize space technology. With projects for the European Space Agency (ESA) and the commercial market, we develop cutting-edge solutions for space systems. Join a team where innovation meets excellence, and your contributions shape the future of space exploration.
What's the challenge?
As a GNC/AOCS Engineer, you will be integrated into our GNC/AOCS Competence Centre within the Flight Systems Business Unit. You will support new growth areas in Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC), including Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS), and Failure Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR).
Your contributions will include:
Designing, implementing, and validating AOCS and FDIR algorithms for Earth-observation, interplanetary, and ADR/IOS satellites
Designing, implementing, and validating GNC and FDIR algorithms for satellites, launchers, and re-entry vehicles
Specifying and supporting the procurement of sensors and actuators for GNC and AOCS systems
Model-based design implementation of GNC/AOCS algorithms
Designing, implementing, and testing simulators
Simulating dynamic systems and creating mathematical models
Specifying and validating GNC/AOCS solutions
Analyzing and making trade-offs for hardware solutions
Interfacing with the overall system team
Managing technical tasks and team responsibilities
What do we need?
Educational Background:
~ A recognized engineering degree (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Electronic) or a related degree (e.g., Physics, Maths)
Desired Education:
Postgraduate studies (MSc or PhD) with a focus on aeronautical/aerospace engineering, providing a solid background in at least two of the following areas: Orbital mechanics and atmospheric flight dynamics
FDIR design, implementation, and validation
Classical and robust control techniques (including fixed-structure H¥ synthesis, µ analysis, LPV control)
Flight operations
Model-based system engineering
Professional Experience:
At least 3 years of experience in the practical application of domains relevant to the position (relevant MSc & PhD studies considered).
Desired: 5 or more years of experience. Additional industrial and/or academic experience is highly regarded.
Technical Requirements:
Strong background in control and simulation of dynamic systems
Practical experience in aeronautical/aerospace GNC/AOCS and FDIR solutions (experience in ESA/European programs is welcome)
Ability to understand and apply new concepts to engineering problems
Good programming skills
Experience with Matlab and Simulink
Additional valued skills include:
Experience in flight operations within ESA/European programs
Experience in atmospheric flight
Solid theoretical background in GNC/AOCS
Background in multivariable robust control
Experience with Python and C
Language Skills:
~ Good level of English, both spoken and written
Personal Attributes:
Ability to integrate and work within a team
Self-initiative
Autonomy and self-development
Responsibility towards the customer and colleagues
What Do We Offer?