Junior GNC Engineer (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

As part of the Guidance, Navigation, & Control team, you will support the technical development of the autopilot of the launch vehicle. You will be responsible for developing the GNC flight algorithms and the necessary verification environments following a model-based design approach.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Perform the GNC algorithm selection, design, tuning and implementation
• Model required fluids systems to expand the 6-DoF verification capabilities
• Maintain and further develop hydraulic actuator models
• Maintain and further develop control algorithms and filters for relevant fluid systems
• Support development of launch and test campaign GNC operations
• Be able to perform, setup and analyze Monte Carlo simulations

Qualification Checklist:

• At least 1 year of experience in mathematical modelling, development and validation of algorithms throughout the disciplines of Guidance, Navigation and Control.
• Strong background in mathematical modelling and data analysis in MATLAB and all relevant Tools (Simulink, Stateflow, parallelization, autocoding etc.)
• Proficient in data analysis in frequency and time domain with Python
• Basic knowledge in rigid body and Orbit mechanics
• Proficient in modelling and control of fluid systems (hydraulic actuators, valves, pressurized tanks)
• Experience in C/C++ flight software development
• Experience with large software projects in GIT

Benefits:

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children

And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.

Who we are:

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space. Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations. We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation. We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

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Disclaimer:

Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.