Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.
About the role
As a Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing closed-loop spacecraft test platforms — such as six degrees of freedom simulation platform (6DOF), software-in-the-loop (SITL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) — and executing simulation testing strategies to validate and verify the performance, functionality, and reliability of satellite systems. Your expertise and attention to detail will play a critical role in ensuring the successful deployment and operation of Apex's satellite buses.
What they're looking for
- • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data
- • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus
- • 8+ years of experience developing closed-loop simulation tools e.g. 6DOF, SITL, PITL, HITL
- • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Rust, Python
- • Comfortable operating and developing within Linux environments
- • Familiarity with standard software development practices, including testing frameworks, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development
More about this role
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.
For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.
Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.
We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.
As a Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing closed-loop spacecraft test platforms — such as six degrees of freedom simulation platform (6DOF), software-in-the-loop (SITL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) — and executing simulation testing strategies to validate and verify the performance, functionality, and...
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