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GNC Engineer, ADCS

Lynk Global

Chantilly, VA · Mid

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What this role is

This role focuses on designing and optimizing satellite attitude determination and control systems for a constellation of direct-to-device communications satellites. The position suits aerospace engineers with hands-on experience building spacecraft guidance and control systems who want to work on critical infrastructure that extends connectivity globally.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in physics, engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience with satellite attitude determination and/or control systems
  • Recent participation in space hardware and software projects, preferably ADCS
  • Hands-on experience with ADCS components: IMUs, magnetometers, star trackers, reaction wheels, magnetic torque rods
  • Programming proficiency in Rust, C, Python, MATLAB, or similar
  • Linux proficiency and at least one systems language (C, C++, Rust)
  • Version control knowledge and Git experience
  • Ability to work independently and in teams
  • U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee; or eligible for ITAR authorization

Nice to have

  • Master's degree or higher in physics, engineering, or related field
  • Knowledge of satellite propulsion systems, propulsion CONOPS, orbit dynamics, and low-thrust trajectory planning
  • Hands-on microcontroller programming experience

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