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AST SpaceMobile

Associate AOCS Engineer

Lanham, MD

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate AOCS Engineer to support the development, testing, and operation of advanced spacecraft control systems. This role will ...

AST SpaceMobile

Associate AOCS Engineer

Lanham, MD · On-site

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate AOCS Engineer to support the development, testing, and operation of advanced spacecraft control systems. This role will ...

ICEYE

Senior AOCS System Engineer

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$88K - $120K/yr

Senior AOCS System Engineer * Location: Warsaw, Poland * Department: Engineering * Reports to: Jakub Lisowski, Engineering Manager * Employment type: Permanent * Workplace model: Hybrid ( 2- 3 days ...

Creotech Instruments

NY · On-site

* Development and analysis of AOCS/GNC algorithms. * Development of Real-World Simulator for AOCS/GNC algorithms testing. * Perform GNC trade-off studies and engineering budget analyses. * Define AOCS ...

Creotech Instruments

NY · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

Close collaboration with system engineers and domain experts (AOCS, mechanical, thermal, electronics, etc.) * Building and improving internal tools (primarily in Python) What We're Looking For

Industrious Ventures

WI · On-site

You will work at the intersection of hardware, firmware, and systems engineering, bridging ... Knowledge of spacecraft avionics subsystems (OBC, PCDU, AOCS, telemetry & telecommand)

Boeing

Senior Software Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$211K - $286K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity ... Direct experience modeling satellite Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS/GNC) or working with ...

Boeing

Senior Software Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$211K - $286K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity ... Direct experience modeling satellite Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS/GNC) or working with ...

Boeing

Senior Software Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$211K - $286K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity ... Direct experience modeling satellite Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS/GNC) or working with ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for aocs engineer in the United States is $115,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Required CredentialsBachelor's in Chemical, Mechanical, or related engineering; certifications varyBachelor's in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, chemical facilities, manufacturing sitesManufacturing plants, chemical processing facilities, industrial settings
Industry UsageCommonly employed in chemical, petrochemical, and manufacturing industriesWidely used across chemical, oil & gas, and manufacturing sectors

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Associate AOCS Engineer

Lanham, MD

AST SpaceMobile
Telecommunications • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about AST SpaceMobileexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate AOCS Engineer to support the development, testing, and operation of advanced spacecraft control systems. This role will contribute to software and hardware initiatives, assist with system validation activities, and support ongoing operational performance for space systems across various lifecycle stages. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain attitude control software and simulation tools
  • Design, execute, and document unit-level and system-level software testing against defined requirements
  • Support hardware-in-the-loop simulations and probabilistic performance analyses
  • Contribute to guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) subsystem design and evaluation
  • Maintain and review technical documentation to ensure completeness and traceability
  • Assist in evaluating integration, testing outcomes, and on-orbit anomalies for safety and performance considerations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system integration and operational readiness 

Qualifications 

Education: 

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field 

Experience: 

A minimum of 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships or academic projects acceptable) 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with attitude control system design, modeling, or optimization
  • Exposure to hardware-in-the-loop testing environments
  • Experience developing or executing test plans for complex systems or software
  • Ability to analyze system data and evaluate component-level performance
  • Familiarity with control system components and their interactions within larger systems 

Soft Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of documentation and deliverables
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently 

Technology Stack:

  • MATLAB / Simulink
  • C++
  • Issue tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira or similar platforms)
  • Microsoft Office Suite 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in a standard office environment
  • Ability to use a computer for extended periods
  • Availability to support a continuous operations environment, including occasional after-hours or on-call support

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands. 

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