GNC Engineer
As a GNC Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical design, test, deployment, and operation of Kepler’s Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) platforms. You will work with a team team to develop the algorithms, analyses, simulation elements, test platforms, tools and documentation that guarantee the performance, reliability and availability of Kepler spacecraft attitude and orbit control systems. You will interface with cross functional teams to maintain exceptional performance of Keppler’s spacecraft; ensuring that the GNC platform adheres to key performance metrics and supports payload operations.
- Design and analysis of attitude determination and control systems and supporting tools
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Scope capabilities and requirements for the GNC system
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Maintain Software in the Loop, Hardware in the Loop frameworks
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Maintain analysis tools
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Accommodate sensors and actuators capable of meeting project objectives
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Analyze platform stability to ensure low jitter for line-of-sight instruments
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Analyze the controller performance of flexible spacecraft
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Various first principles derived analyses
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI-assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity, design quality, and innovation while adapting to evolving technologies and best practices
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Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (physics, electrical, mechanical, aerospace engineering).
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3 - 6 years of relevant experience.
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Strong understanding of aerospace and engineering fundamentals.
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Strong understanding of spacecraft control and determination.
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Experience with developing and maintaining software and hardware in the loop test setups.
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Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, classical dynamics and the low-earth orbit environment.
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Experience with flexible body control, orbital maneuvering, sensor filtering, fault management, software development, and navigation filtering.
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Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere.
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Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Description
- & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (physics, electrical, mechanical, aerospace engineering).
- 3 - 6 years of relevant experience.
- Strong understanding of aerospace and engineering fundamentals.
- Strong understanding of spacecraft control and determination.
- Experience with developing and maintaining software and hardware in the loop test setups.
- Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, classical dynamics and the low-earth orbit environment.
- Experience with flexible body control, orbital maneuvering, sensor filtering, fault management, software development, and navigation filtering.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Salary Range: $100,622 - 150,622 CAD Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training. The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations, as it does not reflect our total compensation package. Job Type: This is for a current vacancy Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at accommodation@kepler.space, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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