Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
We want you as a talented GNC Engineer to help us in our mission by developing, testing, and implementing GNC algorithms for our spacecraft.
Key Responsibilities
In your capacity as a GNC Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include to:
- Design, synthesis, test, implementation, verification, and validation of GNC algorithms, with a special focus on Relative and Visual Navigation techniques
- Participate in the design and implementation of the AOCS/GNC subsystem of The Exploration Company’s spacecraft
- Generate, verify, and analyze auto-coded GNC software
- Develop high fidelity 6 degrees of freedom models and simulations to analyze the system performance
- Model and simulate AOCS/GNC hardware
- Reporting of test results and analysis, with a focus on efficient and automated documentation
What We Would Love To See From You
In the role of GNC Engineer ideally, you will have the following:
- MSc. in Aerospace or related engineering discipline. A higher degree is considered advantageous
- 4+ years’ experience in GNC
- Hands-on experience with relative and visual navigation techniques
- Experience with flight physics simulation
- Strong understanding of classical dynamics, orbital and flight mechanics, modeling and simulation, and software development
- Software development experience in C++, Python and MATLAB/Simulink
- Passion for advancing the commercial space industry
- Highly motivated to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up environment
- Fluent in English. German or French is an asset
Skills And Behaviours
- Ability to work equally well unsupervised or as part of a team
- Strong organizing and prioritisation of tasks
- Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done
- Ability to communicate at all levels of the business
- Demonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence, Mission and Vision
Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
- We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
- We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
- We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?
We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
