Senior Control Systems Engineer

4 weeks ago


Louisville, Colorado, United States Capella Space Full time
Job Title: Senior Control Systems Engineer

Capella Space is a leading provider of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology and signal intelligence. We offer customers in governments, academia, and commercial sectors with reliable information that enables unparalleled understanding of the world.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing state estimators and control algorithms for the localization and pointing of radar-imaging spacecraft.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement state estimators and control algorithms for the localization and pointing of radar-imaging spacecraft.
  • Be a technical authority on control theory.
  • Support ADCS & Propulsion systems for a mid-sized constellation of spacecraft through the entire lifecycle: design, build, testing, on-orbit operations, and decommissioning.
  • Be the cognizant engineer / subject matter expert for ADCS and Propulsion hardware systems.
  • Generate ADCS & Propulsion systems performance requirements to satisfy high level mission objectives.
  • Perform research & development for new spacecraft, working from first principles to develop trade studies, conduct system sizing & design, and present at reviews.
  • Develop software to automate workflows, support design studies, and improve the way we fly the spacecraft.
  • Be the technical contact for ADCS & Propulsion vendors and keep informed of the industry landscape.
Qualifications:
  • 8+ years of experience with guidance, navigation, or control (GNC) of spacecraft, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or UAVs/drones, with a focus on direct hardware experience.
  • Familiarity with orbital dynamics and the space environment of low Earth orbit.
  • Familiarity with each of the following disciplines: electrical engineering, chemical or electric propulsion, signal processing, embedded software.
  • Solid knowledge of state estimation / Kalman filtering and rigid body and flexible dynamics.
  • Solid knowledge of star trackers, sun sensors, reaction wheels, torque rods, control moment gyros, accelerometers, gyroscopes, magnetometers, and GPS.
  • Comfortable dealing with unknowns, quantifying risk, addressing uncertainty, and handling the pressure of a real-time operating environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership of complex hardware development projects.
  • Good communications skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and cross-functionally, and enjoyment of learning and teaching new skills.
  • Proficiency in Python.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary range: $149,960.00 - $198,697.00.
  • Up to 100% paid medical coverage, with robust vision and dental plans, comprehensive flexible spending accounts, and supplemental health plans.
  • Equity 401K Plan to invest in your long-term retirement planning.
  • Generous Parental Leave.
  • Flexible Paid Time Off Policy.
  • Commuter & Parking Benefits.
  • Mental Health Resources.
  • Monthly phone stipend.
  • Daily provided lunches and stocked kitchens.
  • Pet insurance options.
Equal Opportunity Statement:

Capella Space is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and upholding equitable hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law.



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