Activities cover: Satellite formation flying, rendezvous, in-orbit servicing (IOS) and active debris removal (ADR)Entry, descent, and landing on planets (Earth, Mars) & natural satellites Launch vehicles Earth observation, up-stream (flight segment) and downstream Interplanetary exploration and navigation Unmanned autonomous vehicles (UAVs, UGVs)System and mission design Main Duties: The following types of responsibilities are envisioned: Specification, design, implementation, and validation of AOCS and FDIR algorithms, to be applied to Earth-observation, interplanetary, and ADR/IOS satellites, among others, and/or Specification, design, implementation, and validation of GNC and FDIR algorithms, to be applied to satellites, launchers, and re-entry vehicles, among others, and/or Specification and support to procurement of sensors and actuators for GNC and AOCS.

The activities involved may include: Model-based design implementation of GNC/AOCS algorithms Simulator design, implementation, and testing Simulation of dynamic systems Mathematical modelling Specification and validation of GNC/AOCS solutions Analysis and trade-off of hardware solutions Interface with the overall system team Technical and team management Education: Required: A recognized engineering degree (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Electronic) or a related degree (e.g., Physics, Maths)Desired: Postgraduate studies (MSc or Ph D) with a focus on aeronautical / aerospace engineering and providing a solid background in at least two of the following: Orbital mechanics and atmospheric flight dynamics FDIR design, implementation, and validation Classical and robust control techniques (including fixed-structure H∞ synthesis, μ analysis, LPV control) Flight operations Model-based system engineering Professional Experience: Required: Engineer with at least 3 years of experience in the practical application of the domains relevant to the post (relevant MSc & Ph D studies would also be considered)Desired: Engineer with 5 or more years of experience The position will be tailored to the level of experience; additional industrial and/or academic experience would be viewed very positively.

Technical Requirements: Required: The following capabilities are required for the post: A strong background in control and simulation of dynamic systems Practical experience in aeronautical/aerospace GNC/AOCS and FDIR solutions (experience in ESA/European programmes is welcome)Capacity to understand new concepts and apply them to engineering problems Good programming skills Experience with Matlab and Simulink Desired: The following capabilities are desired for the post: Experience in flight operations in ESA/European programmes Experience in atmospheric flight Experience with COMPASS and/or GAFE to support FDIR design and analysis Solid theoretical background in GNC/AOCSBackground on multivariable robust control Experience with Python and CExperience in project management Language Skills: Good level of English, spoken and written Personal Skills: Capability to integrate in and work within a team Self-initiative Autonomy and self-development Responsibility towards the customer and colleagues A few benefits you will get if you come to work with us: Innovative and leading-edge technological projects.

Nice working climate in a multicultural environment.

Annual specialised training plan: technologies, soft skills and languages.

Flexible working hours and remote work several days per week.

Team building activities: Christmas dinner, football matches, paddle tournaments, cycling routes…Relocation package, if you come from another country.

Coffee, biscuits and fruit are available at your disposal.