Space Software Engineer/Developer - SSA/SDA

Job Position - GlobVision Inc. has an immediate opening for a Space Software Engineer/Developer. Company Profile: GlobVision Inc. is a dynamic and innovative high-tech software development and systems integrator company. We are a globally competitive and a leading player in developing model-based and artificial intelligence software solutions, providing scientific and engineering services to three distinct industry sectors: Space, Aerospace & Defence; Earth Observation & Geographic Information Systems; and Utilities & Infrastructure. Job Description and Responsibilities: The selected candidate will part of a small multi-disciplinary team involved in software design and development for space applications. The candidate shall also assist in the validation and verification (V&V) of software solutions as well as technical documentation of all work. They will also be responsible, or in an assisting capacity, to conduct spacecraft dynamics modeling, simulation and analysis; developing space situational awareness (SSA) algorithms; and space mission design, analysis and validation. Finally, the candidate must be able to communicate and present methodologies and analyses effectively to both technical and non-technical clients including: government staff, academic audience, or military personnel. Able to communicate domain knowledge, specifications, and requirements to a multi-disciplinary team of electrical and mechanical engineers, computer scientists, and software developers to assist them in: Design, development and integration of operational software solutions; and Research and development of new algorithms and solutions. Desired Educational Level and Background: The candidate must have a bachelor’s in Aerospace or Space Engineering, or equivalent, with expertise in Software development or Computer Science. Master’s or Ph.D. in a related field is considered a huge asset. Skills & Qualifications: The candidate must show a solid understanding and knowledge in the following areas: Strong programming experience using Java, JavaScript, Python, C++ and/or C# Familiar with database structure and management (MS SQL Management) Familiar with API and Automatic Query tools Experience in using open-source libraries is considered a strong asset (e.g. Orekit, Hipparchus, Highcharts, PyCharts, other engineering libraries) Experience using simulation software: STK, ODTK, MATLAB/SIMULINK is an asset Familiar with Spacecraft Subsystems and Satellite Operations is considered a strong asset Knowledge in Space Situational Awareness (e.g. conjunction analysis, rendezvous & proximity operations, space weather, access-time analysis, photometry, radiometry) is considered a strong asset Knowledge in Celestial Mechanics, Orbital/Attitude Kinematics and Dynamics, Orbit Determination and Estimation, Space Mission Analysis and Design, Frame/Coordinate Transformations is considered a strong asset Excellent technical documentation and presentation skills in English The selected candidate must be self-motivated and highly organized and have very good personal and interpersonal skills with emphasis on learning new concepts, analytical thinking & problem solving, communication and teamwork, and technical documentation. Please note, this position is available for Canadian permanent residents only, and those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The selected candidate will be involved in software design and development for space applications, as well as validation and verification of software solutions. They will also conduct spacecraft dynamics modeling, simulation, and analysis, and develop space situational awareness algorithms.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Space Engineering, or equivalent, with expertise in software development or computer science. A master's or Ph.D. in a related field is considered a significant asset.

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• Java
• JavaScript
• Python
• C++
• C#
• Database Management
• API
• Simulation Software
• Spacecraft Subsystems
• Satellite Operations
• Space Situational Awareness
• Celestial Mechanics
• Orbital Kinematics
• Technical Documentation
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years