Spacecraft Attitude Control Systems Engineer

Cb•Fort Rucker, AL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

iQuasar, LLC is looking to fill the Spacecraft Attitude Control Systems Engineer position in Chantilly, VA. We strive to provide the next generation of cutting-edge technologies. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in engineering, software development, and other key areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering
10+ years relevant work experience
Experience in the design and integration of satellite buses
Knowledgeable of launch and flight operations of space vehicles
Working knowledge of control theory, reaction wheel/control moment gyro, star sensor/tracker, inertial reference units/sensors, sun sensor, magnetic torque rod, GPS receiver, and control algorithm development
Solid understanding of attitude control related hardware
In depth knowledge of Matlab/Simulink, STK, and Python

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of NASTRAN is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Support the customer in the design, integration, and test of the ACS subsystem
Review and coordinate all changes to specifications, lCDs and system-level requirements documentation for the ACS subsystem
Provide expert advice/analysis on ACS considerations for new satellite/payload developments
Coordinate with bus development POC, S&L subsystem leads, branch chiefs, and division chiefs
Provide technical evaluation of ACS efforts in contractor Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)
Identify and assess emerging risks; develop and evaluate proposed burn-down plans
Provide expert advice/analysis on accommodation considerations for new satellite/payload developments
Review prime contractor readiness to proceed into spacecraft manufacturing and test
Support factory integration and test activities as needed
Provide support to launch and satellite on-orbit test as needed
Attend contractor milestone reviews (e.g. PDR, CDR, pre-test, pre-ship and other meetings) to provide technically based recommendations regarding satisfaction of review entrance and exit criteria
Attend system-level design reviews and program management reviews to assess design maturity, requirements compliance, and to provide informed technical recommendations to the USG
Attend Vehicle Engineering branch meetings
Support the customer in the review of financial and earned value reports
Develop productive relationships with prime contractor counterparts, functional counterparts, and other spacecraft subsystem subject matter experts
Perform other duties as assigned to support corporate initiatives