Develop spacecraft descent GNC algorithms, sensor models, and navigation systems, using C/C++ and Python. Evaluate performance, support closed-loop and system-level testing, and apply failure mode analysis.
About this role
This role sits within the CTO Office engineering department and supports the mechanical design team developing spacecraft systems, including landers and satellites. The engineer contributes thermal design and analysis work for concurrent lunar-landing missions and supports thermal performance across spacecraft and lander systems.
The work includes building thermal models, conducting thermal analyses, predicting temperatures for engineering and flight models, and supporting component and system test planning. It also covers design specifications, design reviews, trade-off studies, material selection, design verification, test-data analysis, test-jig design, rapid prototyping, hardware assembly, and coordination with other teams.
Applicants must hold a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, have at least three years of experience designing aerospace or aviation applications, and understand thermal design and analysis for satellites or spacecraft. Proficiency with Thermal Desktop and business-level Japanese or English is required.
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