Highlights
Working knowledge of control theory, reaction wheel/control moment gyro, star sensor/tracker, inertial reference units/sensors, sun sensor, magnetic torque rod, GPS receiver, and control algorithm development. Develop productive relationships with prime contractor counterparts, functional counterparts, and other spacecraft subsystem subject matter experts.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Fort Rucker, AL |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2000 |
| Website | https://www.iquasar.com/ |
Description
iQuasar, LLC is looking to fill the Spacecraft Attitude Control Systems Engineer position in Chantilly, VA. We strive to provide the next generation of cutting-edge technologies. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in engineering, software development, and other key areas.
iQuasar, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, disability, gender/gender identity, marital/partnership status, pregnancy, medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal and state regulations.
- Position: Spacecraft Attitude Control Systems Engineer
- Location: Chantilly, VA
- Clearance: TS/SCI with a CI Poly
- Support the customer in the design, integration, and test of the ACS subsystem
- Review and coordinate all changes to specifications, lCDs and system-level requirements documentation for the ACS subsystem
- Provide expert advice/analysis on ACS considerations for new satellite/payload developments
- Coordinate with bus development POC, S&L subsystem leads, branch chiefs, and division chiefs
- Provide technical evaluation of ACS efforts in contractor Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)
- Identify and assess emerging risks; develop and evaluate proposed burn-down plans
- Provide expert advice/analysis on accommodation considerations for new satellite/payload developments
- Review prime contractor readiness to proceed into spacecraft manufacturing and test
- Support factory integration and test activities as needed
- Provide support to launch and satellite on-orbit test as needed
- Attend contractor milestone reviews (e.g. PDR, CDR, pre-test, pre-ship and other meetings) to provide technically based recommendations regarding satisfaction of review entrance and exit criteria
- Attend system-level design reviews and program management reviews to assess design maturity, requirements compliance, and to provide informed technical recommendations to the USG
- Attend Vehicle Engineering branch meetings
- Support the customer in the review of financial and earned value reports
- Develop productive relationships with prime contractor counterparts, functional counterparts, and other spacecraft subsystem subject matter experts
- Perform other duties as assigned to support corporate initiatives
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering
- 10+ years relevant work experience
- Experience in the design and integration of satellite buses
- Knowledgeable of launch and flight operations of space vehicles
- Working knowledge of control theory, reaction wheel/control moment gyro, star sensor/tracker, inertial reference units/sensors, sun sensor, magnetic torque rod, GPS receiver, and control algorithm development
- Solid understanding of attitude control related hardware
- In depth knowledge of Matlab/Simulink, STK, and Python
- Knowledge of NASTRAN is preferred but not required
- Great Benefits: Paid time off, flexible work schedule, teleworking allowed, medical/dental/vision plan, 401k; and more.
- Tuition assistance for continuing or career-related education.
- Our cultural focus is on people and results - not bureaucracy.
- Ample opportunity for career growth – we promote from within
- Leadership takes a constructive interest in every team member’s success.
- Work/Life Balance and flexible hours
- Be part of a close-knit team that works and plays together and helps one another succeed.
- You will not be micromanaged: plan, prioritize, schedule, and be accountable for your own tasks.
- Casual workplace
- Open-door policy with all management
iQuasar, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, disability, gender/gender identity, marital/partnership status, pregnancy, medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal and state regulations.
About Company
iQuasar is a technology services company based out of greater Washington, D.C. that has been in the business for more than a decade. We are experienced in working with Federal, State, and Local Governments as well as Commercial customers. Our employees and contractors have served customers like the Federal Reserve Board, United States Patent and Trade Office (USPTO), Comcast Cable, Frontier Wireless, T-Mobile, IBM, Departments of Transportation & Treasury, and Commonwealths of VA & PA, among many others.
We have strong capabilities in Program/ Project Management, Application & System Development/Administration, Help Desk, Cloud, Business Process Design, and Cybersecurity. We are an authorized Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, and Google partner. We provide Information Technology services to our broad customer base and proposal development and recruitment process outsourcing services to our government contractor customers.