Develop and operate ground systems for satellite operations, manage project progress, and ensure system functionality.
About this role
This role designs, tests and maintains satellite electric propulsion systems within Synspective’s Attitude and Orbit Control System team. It covers the propulsion system from early design through launch and in-orbit operation.
Work includes mission analysis, thruster sizing and supplier selection, orbit-control concepts, integration with other satellite subsystems and support for assembly and testing. The engineer designs thruster-control software, maintains simulation models, supports commissioning and investigates in-orbit anomalies.
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, control or electrical engineering, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. At least one year of hands-on spacecraft electric-propulsion experience is required, along with strong propulsion design, development, testing and control knowledge, analytical ability and communication skills. High-pressure gas handling is preferred rather than mandatory.
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