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Senior AOCS System Engineer

VZLU Aerospace a.s. · Aerospace & space

Summary

The Senior AOCS System Engineer will define AOCS architecture, develop system and software requirements, design FDIR strategies, and establish verification and validation for satellite systems. This role involves supporting the entire AOCS lifecycle and collaborating with various engineering teams.

Key facts

Status
Available
Location
Prague or Brno
Contract
Full-time
Work arrangement
On-site
Level
Senior
Experience
5+ years
Education
Master's
Start date
Immediate

Required skills

AOCSSystems EngineeringFDIRrequirements managementtraceability toolsvalidation processesspacecraft dynamicscontrol systems

Full description

SENIOR AOCS SYSTEM ENGINEER

Are you ready to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in space technology? Join VZLU Aerospace, a leading European research and development center that provides innovative solutions across multiple aerospace sectors, including aviation, defense, and space. Our SPACE division is dedicated to cutting‑edge satellite and space systems, playing a crucial role in European and international space missions.

As a Senior AOCS Systems Engineer, you will be at the forefront of Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS) development, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for our next‑generation satellites.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define high‑level AOCS architecture and optimize design solutions.
  • Develop and maintain AOCS system and software requirements.
  • Design and implement Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) strategies.
  • Establish verification and validation strategies for AOCS requirements.
  • Support for the entire AOCS lifecycle including commissioning and in‑orbit fine‑tuning.
  • Collaborate with software, mechanical, and hardware teams for seamless integration.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks.
  • Support mission leadership and communicate with stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in AOCS development and systems engineering.
  • Strong understanding of spacecraft dynamics, control systems, and AOCS principles.
  • Hands‑on experience with AOCS system development.
  • Proficiency in requirements management, traceability tools, and validation processes.

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with space industry standards (ECSS).
  • Experience working on ESA projects.
  • Understanding of various satellite platforms, from CubeSats to larger spacecraft.
  • Experience with configuration management processes.

Location of work in Prague or in Brno, Czech Republic