SSA-Engineer (m/w/d)
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About the Position
SSA-Engineer (m/w/d)
We’re looking for a passionate SSA-Engineer to join our team in Space Situational Awareness. If you’re excited about programming, astronomy, and space technology, and want to make an impact with your ideas, you’re exactly the right fit for us.
Responsibilities
- Integrate and process external sensor and observation data into our platform.
- Develop and optimize algorithms for orbit determination, orbit propagation, and sensor fusion.
- Perform streak analysis for precise position determination of objects from optical observation data.
- Generate, validate, and maintain TLE data and orbit catalogues.
- Support the further development of our satellite tracking capabilities and pass prediction.
- Collaborate closely with the software team and serve as the company's expert for astronomical and astrodynamic questions.
Requirements
- Solid theoretical and practical knowledge of astrodynamics, orbital mechanics, and flight dynamics.
- Practical experience in orbit determination, sensor fusion, and uncertainty quantification.
- Confident handling of astrometry, particularly plate solving and precise determination of celestial coordinates.
- Experience with TLE data, common orbit models (SGP4/SDP4), and satellite tracking.
- Several years of experience in SSA/SST or a comparable field.
- Completed degree in astrophysics, applied physics, applied mathematics, or a comparable field.
Nice to Have
- Experience with SST sensor tasking and catalogue maintenance.
- Experience with AI/ML applications for anomaly detection, pattern recognition, or orbit prediction.
- Knowledge of automated quality control for tracking or image data.
We Offer
- Flexible working hours and hybrid working options.
- Modern technology and varied projects that solve real operational problems.
- A young, open team with short decision paths and clear points of contact.
- Onboarding and continuous professional development.
- Fair compensation, transparent salaries, health benefits, a dog-friendly office, and a 50% subsidized public transport ticket.
About the Company
We’re a team of people who like to look up - to where science and technology meet. In Space Situational Awareness and astronomy, we bring together astronomical expertise and excellent software engineering, creating solutions that meet scientific standards and hold up in operational use.
Application Process
- Application Documents: Submit your application documents.
- Getting to Know Each Other: We will review your application and get back to you within a week.
- Second Interview: Meet your team, learn about current projects, and optionally complete a small development task.
- Final Feedback: Discuss the contract offer and your start date if it's a good fit for both sides.
- Onboarding: Individual yet structured onboarding, including your first projects.
Contact Us
If you’re interested in this position, apply today and become part of our team. We look forward to getting to know you.
Location: Düsseldorf (hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time or part-time
Experience: At least 5 years
Language: DE / EN
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