Junior GNC Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Junior GNC Engineer (Aerospace): Developing flight algorithms and verification environments for a launch vehicle autopilot with an accent on model-based design and fluid systems. Focus on algorithm selection, tuning, and implementation of control filters and hydraulic actuator models.

Location: Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a New Space company building modern launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites in Low Earth Orbit.

What you will do

• Design, tune, and implement GNC algorithms for the launch vehicle autopilot.
• Develop verification environments using a model-based design approach.
• Model fluid systems and maintain hydraulic actuator models.
• Develop control algorithms and filters for relevant fluid systems.
• Support GNC operations for launch and test campaigns.
• Perform and analyze Monte Carlo simulations.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in mathematical modelling and validation of GNC algorithms.
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
• Experience with Python for data analysis in frequency and time domains.
• Knowledge of rigid body and orbit mechanics.
• Proficiency in modelling and control of fluid systems (valves, tanks, hydraulic actuators).
• Experience in C/C++ flight software development and GIT.

Culture & Benefits

• Virtual company share program for employee participation.
• 30 days of vacation.
• Company pension plan with 20% employer contribution after probation.
• Subsidised daily lunches and fully financed Deutschlandticket.
• Sponsored sports club memberships via EGYM Wellpass.
• Individual learning budget and childcare allowance.