AOCS Engineer

Role Highlights

🔹Title: AOCS Engineer

🔹Location: Espoo (On-site)

🔹Type of Contract: 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.

Why you will Love this role?

You will bring your expertise and passion in topics related to attitude and orbit control for a fleet of tens of Earth-Observation satellites. You will work in a multidisciplinary AOCS domain, which is responsible for developing and maintaining all systems directly involved in controlling the spacecraft attitude and orbit.

What will you do in this role?

• Analyze and improve on-orbit performance of AOCS components
• Define, execute and maintain verification procedures for AOCS components
• Participate in definition, execution and maintenance of operational procedures related to AOCS
• Propose, evaluate and implement process improvements that affect spacecraft constellation with 40+ satellites in orbit
• Lead or participate in AOCS anomaly investigations involving engineers from multiple engineering domains
• Perform performance analyses and trade studies to evaluate different ADCS and Propulsion hardware solutions
• Execute market studies for AOCS components and lead the effort to introduce new AOCS components into satellites following established processes
• Lead introduction for new AOCS equipment and/or design updates
• Interface with other teams and departments (satellite operations, radar, mechanical, electronic, manufacturing, product)

Requirements

What will you need to be successful in this role?

• BS/MS in Physics, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or similar field
• 4-7 years experience in designing, operating or testing AOCS equipment or space equipment in general
• Good understanding of astro-dynamics and fundamental principles of attitude determination and control
• Experience working with electronic laboratory hardware (power supplies, oscilloscopes, etc.)
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of Python and Git

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment (such as electrical, controls, mechanical, thermal)
• Electric propulsion experience
• Experience with libraries and or/software used in answering flight dynamics questions (e.g. STK, GMAT) 
• Experience working with GNSS 
• Experience working with C++

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.

Don't hesitate to apply, even if you don't tick all the boxes, your passion and potential are just as important to us!

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
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• 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
• Competitive salary contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

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! 🚀