Space Mission & Simulation Engineer
Job in
Greater London, London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Kintaro Space Systems
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Robotics, AI Business & Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are building intelligent spacecraft that can coordinate autonomously and process observations onboard. Our first launch target is December 2028.
About the role About Kintaro Space SystemsWe are building intelligent spacecraft that can coordinate autonomously and process observations onboard. Our first launch target is December 2028.
About the roleYou will design and simulate satellite missions, exploring orbital configurations, coordinated tasking and spacecraft resource constraints.
What you will do- Use established orbit and numerical tools to model ground tracks, access windows, coverage and revisit.
- Compare orbits, constellation layouts and coordinated tasking strategies across spacecraft, accounting for pointing, power, storage and downlink constraints.
- Connect sensor models and observation scenarios to mission simulations with the hardware and software engineers.
- Check results against reference cases; run sensitivity and Monte Carlo studies and document uncertainty.
- Engage mission-tool providers and researchers; document contacts and findings. Use AI coding tools while checking the underlying mathematics.
- A recent degree in aerospace engineering, physics, applied mathematics or a related field from a leading university.
- Working knowledge of orbital mechanics and numerical methods, with strong Python or MATLAB.
- A project involving orbits, dynamics or numerical simulation that you can explain and reproduce; student and research projects count.
- Curiosity about complete systems, initiative in open-ended problems and the ability to explain assumptions clearly.
Orbit-analysis tools, Num Py/Sci Py, optimisation, attitude dynamics, communications link budgets or student satellite projects.
Show us what you have built.No prior full-time experience is required.
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