DEIMOS is selecting a Mission Analysis and Flight Dynamics engineer to be integrated in the Mission Analysis Competence Centre of the Mission engineering Business Unit.
The work of the Mission Engineering Business Unit is oriented to supporting the design of space missions from a mission analysis point of view (for both ESA and commercial customers), design software tools for mission analysis studies and do research in celestial mechanics and astrodynamics.
As a matter of reference, current DEIMOS activities comprise: Interplanetary missions (planets, astronomy, minor bodies, etc.)
Earth observation and lunar missions Flight dynamics SW Development Planetary Defence Formation flying Autonomous in-orbit rendezvous Space transportation systems and re-entry vehicles Planetary entry, descent and landing Main Duties: The following types of responsibilities are envisioned: Support to mission analysis and design for interplanetary and Earth missions Development of software tools in support to mission analysis actions Development of software for flight dynamics purposes Performance of navigation assessments Development of software for navigation purposes Design, optimize, and automate orbit manoeuvre strategies and algorithms for constellation deployment, station-keeping, replenishment, collision avoidance, and re-entry.
Modelling and simulation of space systems, including space environment and space vehicle dynamics Play an active role in fostering the consolidation of the engineering processes and promoting technology research, innovation and development actions Education: Required : postgraduate studies (e.g.
M.Sc.)
in aerospace engineering.
PhD studies in the relevant field is an asset.
Professional Experience: 0-5 years in the domains relevant to the post Technical Requirements: The following skills are required for the post: High knowledge of celestial mechanics and astrodynamics Knowledge of trajectory optimisation theory and techniques Object-Oriented programming: C++11/C++14, Python Software engineering methods and techniques Experience with orbital analysis software or tools Other skill desired for the post are: Experience related to development of operational flight dynamics systems Background in control, telemetry or a related field.
Knowledge of estimation theory and techniques Experience with operations Familiarity with Object oriented programming Language Skills: Excellent level of English, spoken as well as written Personal Skills: High motivation Initiative and autonomy to solve complex problems Responsibility towards the customer and team mates Willing to work in groups Ref.
: HRRECRUIT-988