Senior AOCS Systems Engineer

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As a Senior Attitude and Orbital Control Systems (AOCS) System Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, qualification, and testing of the ADCS and/or propulsion subsystems, ensuring their proper integration within the spacecraft architecture and space mission project.

The activities will include (but are not limited to):

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- AOCS suite (ADCS and Propulsion subsystems) technical lead throughout all mission phases, from initial concept (Phase 0/A) up to in-flight operations (Phase E);

- Perform engineering calculations, analysis, modelling and simulations to calculate GNC/AOCS performances;

- Perform technical trade-off, sizing and architecture selection of PS and ADCS hardware;

- Drive the spacecraft GNC architecture according to technical requirements and specifications;

- Management of system budgets with particular focus on deltaV, momentum and pointing budgets;

- Day-to-day collaboration and coordination with the project team;

- Monitoring, control and review of external partners’ work and design; lead technical meetings and propagation of outcome to the internal project team;

- Support the system engineering plan, design report, development and verification plan;

- Produce technical documentation for reviews with customers, subcontractors and suppliers;

- Support and involvement in spacecraft AIT, AIV and qualification activities with a primary focus GNC/AOCS suite;

- Interface with Quality Manager/Officer and involvement in (external/internal) NRB and NCR and configuration control processes.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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- Master’s degree in Aerospace, Space Engineering or related technical field;

- At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within space sector;

- High flexibility and team-working capability;

- Hands-on and proactive approach;

- Ability to work with tight schedules;

- Ability to work within multidisciplinary and international teams;

- Excellent communication and team-oriented spirit;

- Excellent written and oral communication in English.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

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- Excellent knowledge of spacecraft sensors and actuators;

- Excellent knowledge of spacecraft propulsion systems (chemical, cold gas and electrical technologies);

- Excellent knowledge of pointing performances index (APE, RPE, AKE);

- Knowledge of spacecraft architecture and mission phases;

- Knowledge of orbital and attitude dynamics;

- Development and implementation of AOCS simulator and analyses execution;

- Experience with momentum management strategies;Experience in implementation of AOCS/GNC solutions and integration with respect to the spacecraft architecture;

- Familiar with ECSS standard and tailoring (ECSS-E-ST-35C, ECSS-E-ST-60-10C, ECSS-E-ST-60-30C, ECSS-E-ST-10C);

- Practical experience running test campaigns (functional, TVAC, vibration, leak and proof etc.);

- Continuous learning attitude and commitment to excellence;

- Flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements and stakeholder needs;

- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, working under tight deadlines.

ADDITIONAL ASSETS

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- Proven experience in implementing AOCS suite solutions, from design to in-orbit operations;

- Hands-on experience with proximity operations space missions;

- Participation in project reviews under ESA supervision;

- Practical experience in real-time spacecraft operations, including execution of AOCS maneuvers and spacecraft commissioning;

- Strong background in GNC algorithm design, such as navigation filters, guidance strategies, and control systems;

- Expertise in GNC FDIR design and implementation;

- Advanced proficiency in Matlab, Simulink, Python, and C/C++.

WHY JOIN ARGOTEC?

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- Opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a very innovative environment.

- Professional training and career development opportunities.

- Flexible working time schedule and a hybrid work policy.

- Monthly “Free-Day” - every second Friday: time off to dedicate to your family and/or hobbies.

- A diversified community that organizes extra-work and fun activities.

SALARY RANGE:

4 EUR

Argotec reserves the right to assess the appropriate job level and compensation package based on objective criteria emerging throughout the selection process. These e

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