Software Engineer, Satellite Constellation Operations

1 week ago


Long Beach, United States SpinLaunch Full time

SpinLaunch is a space technology company committed to revolutionizing access to space by enabling the rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services. With backing from industry leaders in venture capital and engineering, we are primed to advance the commercialization of our end-to-end space solutions. At SpinLaunch, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the entire space landscape - creating a more affordable and sustainable space industry. Join us in our mission and be an integral part of a close-knit, collaborative team that strives in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Your Mission on the Team:

In this role you will be responsible for developing software tools that measure and optimize the effectiveness and feasibility of advanced satellite communication constellations. This includes:

  • Working with the engineering team to optimize the constellation design
  • Developing optimization techniques and algorithms to solve complex telecom constellation design problems, such as beam placement and interference mitigation
  • Using and creating software tools to model constellation performance, utilization, and lifecycles
  • Modelling global market demand for communication services and constellation support infrastructure (ground stations etc.)
  • Optimizing computational efficiency of in-house modelling tools
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace, or related field
  • Experience developing in Python (especially numpy and pandas)
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of 3D vector geometry and calculus
  • Ability to rapidly expand application specific knowledge sets and skills where necessary
  • Passion for understanding complexity and finding answers to challenging questions
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of related industry experience
  • Higher degree (Masters or PhD) in related field
  • Experience architecting and managing robust and extensible software codebases
  • Experience in optimizing computationally intensive software
  • Experience in solving complex multi-dimensional optimization problems
  • Experience working on satcom or other telecommunication systems
  • Experience modelling antenna radiation patterns
  • Experience working on LEO satellite constellation(s)
  • Experience in with LEO spacecraft and/or space mission top level design

ITAR Requirements

SpinLaunch is required by the U.S. Government to comply with various space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident ("green card holder") or a protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information on ITAR can be found here.

SpinLaunch is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Each individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal employment opportunity and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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