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Internworking student mfd Guidance, Navigation and Control GNC and Flight Dynamics
2021-10-01 18:12:28| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Our guidance, navigation and control team is searching for a motivated intern to support the development of the flight algorithm of the RFA launch vehicle. You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for highperformance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? Then apply for us. Your Tasks Development and evaluation of GNC algorithm and software Development and evaluation of launch vehicle flight dynamics models Work on dedicated tasks depending on your skillset and interest possible Your Qualifications Bachelor or Master study in Electrical, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Technical Informatics, Mathematics, Physics or related discipline Experience with matlab, simulink and CC is a plus Good understanding of at least one of the following areas is considered beneficial control system design, flight dynamics modelling, wind modelling, kinematics and dynamics modelling, monte carlo simulation, statistical analysis, database application development Ability to communicate in English all daytoday activities are performed in English Selfindependent, handson mentality and a structured way of working
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Airbus reveals the next generation of electric CityAirbus UAM solution; first flight in 2023
2021-09-22 13:55:41| Green Car Congress
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Flight Software Engineer
2021-09-16 17:13:31| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Astroscale UK are looking for a Flight Software Engineer to join our office in Harwell, UK. This position will be part of the team responsible for the technical development of all flight software for our future orbital debris missions. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a professional background in Space Flight Software looking to take the next step in their career. This role will focus on flight software development defining solutions based on requirements, working with other subsystem teams on software needs, performing verification, integration and test activities. Responsibilities Development and architectural design activities for the flight software on Astroscale spacecraft o Derive and maintain software requirements, define software solutions and system architectures. o Define ICDs, development, and verification plans. o Design, develop and validate spacecraft flight software, ground software, and simulation software. Coordinate with other teams at subsystem and system level to identify software needs and solutions. Support definition and generation of ConOps. Perform Flight Software verification, validation, and integration. Participate in Mission System Test and Simulation campaigns. Support knowledge transfer from Astroscale teams globally and provide technical review inputs to projects across the Astroscale organisation. Essential Skills Bachelor or masters degree in computer science, software engineering, or relevant engineering science discipline. 3 years of commercial experience in software development Experience with embedded systems programming CC. Knowledge of software development methodologies embedded software engineering. Experience in using and modifying Board Support Packages. Familiarity with UML and SysML. Familiarity with commonly used protocols and standards for spacecraft communications, such as CCSDS, CAN, Spacewire. Experience of implementing realtime systems and software solutions on spacecraft missions. Experience in developing and implementing test plans for spacecraft. Proactive and selfmanaging, able to plan and effectively lead areas of responsibility whilst contributing collaboratively within a closeknit team. Desirable Skills Experience of development for VxWorks platforms Familiarity with Agile Scrum software development practices. Experience of all stages of mission design lifecycle from initial concept to design, test, and operations. Knowledge of cFE and cFS flight software. Knowledge of ground segment architectures. Linux system administration, shell scripts, make, etc. Development on Linux systems. Knowledge of scripting languages e.g. Python, bash. Knowledge of assembler for microcontrollers. A basic knowledge in the following areas debris removal, endoflife, inorbit servicing. About Astroscale Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the only company dedicated to inorbit servicing across all orbits. Founded in 2013, we are developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of inorbit servicing missions, including End of Life services, Active Debris Removal, Insitu Space Situational Awareness and Life Extension Services, to create sustainable space systems and mitigate against the hazardous buildup of debris in space. Headquartered in Japan, our company has rapidly expanding offices in the United Kingdom, United States, Israel and Singapore. Weve grown to over two hundred Space Sweepers with an international outlook and a shared passion to protect our space environment for future generations. In March 2021, we launched our pioneering technology mission, ELSAd, the worlds first commercial mission to demonstrate debris removal capability and technology in low Earth orbit. Astroscale UK ASUK was founded in 2017 and has grown to over 50 staff. Were located on the Harwell Campus near Oxford, where you could work alongside multiple teams including Mission Operations and Ground Segment, Programme Engineering, Business Development, Marketing Communications and Business Operations. Our Values Mission People Focused Innovative and Pioneering Diverse Transparent Customer Focused
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Head of Flight Software
2021-09-16 17:13:31| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Astroscale UK is looking for a Head of Flight Software to join our office in Harwell, UK. This senior position will be responsible for the technical development of all flight software for our future orbital debris missions as well as leading a team of 4 engineers. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with extensive experience in Space Flight Software looking to take the next step in their career. As a senior hire within the Engineering Team, this person has the potential to make a real impact on the success of our missions. From a technical perspective, this role will focus on leading the flight software development, designing the highlevel architecture, reviewing requirements, improving existing software, ensuring documentation is complete and requirements are being met. In addition, as the team leader, they will be supporting and guiding the team from both a technical and people management perspective. Responsibilities Lead the Flight Software Team. The team is responsible for the design, development, integration, validation, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of satellite flight software. Ensure the flight software is created to the required level of quality and delivered on time and to budget. Motivate and develop the Flight Software Team, mentoring junior staff and establishing strong team identity. Act as subject matter expert in Flight Software development. Oversee the architectural design of the flight software on Astroscale spacecraft. Coordinate with other teams at both spacecraft subsystem and system level to identify software needs and solutions. Support definition and generation of ConOps for Astroscale projects. Support knowledge transfer between Astroscales global engineering teams and provide technical review inputs to projects across the Astroscale organisation fostering a culture of communication and collaboration. Establish, develop and own the software development methodology and lifecycle for Flight Software, Work with the Head of Cyber Security to ensure that security requirements are satisfied and that a Secure Development Lifecycle is implemented. Essential Skills Bachelor or masters degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant engineeringscience discipline. 5 years of commercial experience in flight software development for satellites. Experience leading a team, either in a managerial or technical capacity. Embedded, realtime software engineering. Experience with embedded systems programming CC. Extensive knowledge of software development methodologies and approaches. Experience in using and modifying Board Support Packages. Experience in using design using UML. Knowledge of commonly used protocols and standards for spacecraft communications, such as CCSDS, CAN, and SpaceWire. Experience in implementing realtime systems and software solutions on spacecraft missions. Experience in developing and implementing test plans for spacecraft. Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal. Proactive and selfmanaging, able to plan and effectively lead areas of responsibility whilst contributing collaboratively within a closeknit team. Understanding of secure software development and applied experience in defence in depth. Good understanding and experience working with WindRiver VxWorks. Desired Skills Experience of all stages of mission design lifecycle from initial concept to design, test, and operations. Knowledge of cFE and cFS flight software. Knowledge of ground segment architectures. Familiarity with Agile Scrum software development practices. Use of the SysML enabling technology. Basic Linux system administration, shell scripts, make, etc. Development on Linux systems. Knowledge of scripting languages e.g. Python, bash. Knowledge of MATLAB Knowledge of assemblers for microcontrollers. Basic knowledge in the following areas debris removal, endoflife, inorbit servicing. ESA PUS protocol Location Astroscale UK Harwell, with occasional travelling to Astroscale Japan Tokyo About Astroscale Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the only company solely dedicated to onorbit servicing across all orbits. Founded in 2013, Astroscale is developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of onorbit servicing missions, including life extension, insitu space situational awareness, endoflife services, and active debris removal, to create sustainable space systems and mitigate the growing and hazardous buildup of debris in space. Astroscale is also defining business cases and working with government and commercial stakeholders to develop norms, regulations, and incentives for the responsible use of space. Headquartered in Japan, Astroscale has an international presence with subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, the United States, Israel, and Singapore. Astroscale is a rapidly expanding venture company, working to advance safe and stable growth in space and solve a growing environmental concern. End of Life Services by Astroscaledemonstration ELSAd, the companys first onorbit demonstration of debris capture and removal, Was launched in March 2021.
eVTOL company Archer enters agreement with USAF to collaborate on flight testing
2021-09-04 10:55:38| Green Car Congress
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