GNC Engineer

GNC Engineer

HyImpulse Technologies

Neuenstadt am Kocher, Germany

We are looking for an intermediate-level GNC engineer, with experience in real-life GNC projects (and their life cycle) and who is motivated to develop GNC capabilities for our sounding rocket SR75 and for our orbital vehicle SL1.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop vehicle models to be used for algorithm design and verification purposes
• Qualify and verify model accuracy by means of testing and analysis
• Develop Verification and Validation (V&V) tools for our rockets’ GNC systems
• Integrate numerical algorithms to embedded flight software
• Work closely with other teams to enable the successful integration of critical interfaces
• Take part in peer-review processes for GNC development

Basic Qualification:

• Proficiency in dynamic system modelling, system identification and control
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience with Python applied to signal processing, numerical algorithms or dynamic systems
• Experience in C++ for embedded software development
• Experience with version control systems (Git/SVN) and CI/CD workflows
• Ability to work independently
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Pro-active communication skills and collaborative spirit
• Critical thinking and problem-solving mentality
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; German proficiency is an advantage

Desired Experience:

• Master’s degree in Control Systems, Electronics or Electrical Engineering is preferred; Aerospace, Aeronautical, Automation and Computer systems engineering disciplines will also be considered
• 3+ years of experience in the GNC or control/modelling domain
• Experience with embedded electronic systems and software development

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