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Hardware-in-the-Loop Engineer, Thruster Controls and Electronics

Reading, UK London, UK
Python C++ MATLAB Simulink
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Hardware-in-the-Loop Engineer (Thruster Controls and Electronics)

Department: Propulsion

Location: Reading (London)

Employment Type: FullTime

At NewOrbit Space, our mission is to engineer the lowest orbiting satellites on Earth to rapidly advance global connectivity and insight.

We are currently building satellites that can operate at an altitude of just 200 km - one-third that of conventional satellites.

Your role

You will be responsible for, and take ownership of, the full life-cycle of the hardware test systems, including: specification, design, procurement, construction, software development, integration and maintenance of Hardware-In-Loop testing of our electronic control systems for the AURA gridded-ion thruster, with the aim of testing both the hardware and its embedded software.

You will be working cross-functionally with the electronics, control, software and satellite teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Specify, design and build a HIL system for testing the AURA thruster electronics.

  • Specify, design and develop the software and scripts to test the hardware.

  • Develop an electronic thruster simulator in collaboration with the software and control teams.

Fundamental Requirements

  • Proven history of HIL development.

  • Expertise in National Instruments, Speed Goat, dSPACE or equivalent systems.

  • Expertise in test design and development.

  • Good understanding of electronics design.

  • Good knowledge Python, possibly C/C++.

  • Knowledge of Simulink / MATLAB.

Nice-to-haves

  • 5+ years of experience in HIL development and testing.

  • Space-related experience.

  • Knowledge of ECSS standards.

  • Worked with high-voltage systems.

  • Worked with real-time systems.

  • Worked with power electronics.

  • Experience with JIRA & Confluence.

Why NewOrbit Space?

  • Pioneering Space Technology – You'll contribute to launching groundbreaking technology into space. Your work on our revolutionary ion propulsion system and ULEO satellite platform will redefine satellite operations and disrupt traditional LEO operations.

  • Unmatched Ownership and Impact – You'll experience a level of ownership that's rare in the space industry. You will participate in the full lifecycle of satellite technology.

  • Equity and Competitive Salary – You'll receive not just a competitive salary but also company ownership stakes. Your dedication and hard work are rewarded with a share in the technology you help build, ensuring you're a part of our collective success.

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including private health insurance with dental and optical coverage, annual healthcare check-ups etc.

  • Hybrid Work - A hybrid setup with one dedicated remote day per week.

  • Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Support - We provide a relocation package and sponsor your visa if you’re joining us from abroad.

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