Senior GNC engineer, ADCS

Role Highlights

🔹Title: Senior GNC engineer, ADCS
🔹Location: Helsinki Hybrid; 3-days a week onsite
🔹Type of Contract: Fixed/Permanent
🔹Team: AOCS Engineering Team

Who are we?

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, revolutionizing Earth observation with real-time, all-weather, day-and-night imaging. As the owner and operator of the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation, we provide critical insights that empower industries like maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance to make informed decisions.

Headquartered in Finland, with a presence in five international locations, our diverse team of 600+ experts from nearly 60 countries shares a bold mission: to enhance life on Earth by delivering reliable, data-driven solutions. At ICEYE, we foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and collaboration, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space technology to solve the world’s toughest challenges.

Why Join ICEYE?

At ICEYE, we’re not just launching satellites, we’re redefining what’s possible with SAR technology. Join a team of passionate innovators solving real-world challenges and making a tangible impact. We foster a dynamic and inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly matter. With continuous learning opportunities, cutting-edge projects, and collaboration with industry-leading experts, you'll have the chance to grow, innovate, and shape the future of Earth Observation.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated GNC Engineer with strong technical skills to join our ADCS software Team. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the long-term success and operational efficiency of the largest commercial SAR constellation on Earth, with the potential for future leadership.

As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining ADCS software and relevant supporting tools. You will optimize satellite operations, enhance software tools, and address on-orbit challenges. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including mission planning, ground systems, SAR processing, and satellite operations, is essential to achieve mission goals.

Tech Stack

• C++, or similar
• Simulink
• Python

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and maintain software components performing GNC functions on board the satellite
• Guide and mentor less experienced engineers
• Take ownership of the things you produce. You are expected to continuously monitor, analyze and improve the specifications and procedures you define, and software you develop.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging professional growth and continuous learning.
• Perform performance and trade studies related to ADCS for existing and future space missions.
• Participate in design and code reviews.
• Partner with mission operations, payload teams, and ground systems engineers to run in-orbit experiments and anomaly investigations.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and opportunities to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.

Requirements

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience developing real-time control systems in space or aerospace applications (10+ years). Experience designing and developing ADCS is strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of leading small teams or projects in a technical domain.
• Experience working with continuous integration and testing of software systems is highly desired.

Technical Skills:

• In-depth understanding of orbital mechanics, attitude dynamics, state estimation and Kalman filtering.
• In-depth understanding of linear control theory
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Simulink, Python, C++ or similar.
• Proficiency in modern software development tools: git, CICD systems 

Leadership & Communication:

• Strong organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Benefits

Our Commitment To You

When you apply to a role at ICEYE, we commit to responding to your initial application within 5 working days, if not sooner. When you are contacted by the Talent Partner managing the role, they will be your key point of contact throughout the interview and assessment process. 

We commit to ensuring that you are kept updated about the status of your application, and that any questions you have are answered as soon as possible. The assessment process for this role will follow the structure outlined below. 

• TA Screen
• Hiring Manager Screen
• Task & Technical Interview
• On-Site: Engineer Discipline
• On-Site: Individual Behavior and Mindset
• SVP Interview

Benefits

What’s In It for You?

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational and accident insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At ICEYE, diversity is more than just a value - it's our greatest strength. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. Diverse perspectives drive innovation and creativity, so we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds and experiences.

No matter your background, we encourage you to bring your authentic self to the team. Join us and be part of a workplace where differences are embraced and valued, because together, we’re stronger.

Apply now to begin your ICEYE journey and help us make the impossible possible.

Learn more about ICEYE and life at our company at iceye.com.

Ready to launch your career? Apply now and help us build the future of Space Tech! 🚀