Senior Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS) & Propulsion Engineer
Capella SpaceLouisville, Colorado, United States
Posted October 14, 2025
128656 - 160820 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Capella Space is a pioneering U.S. company specializing in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology, offering high-resolution satellite data for diverse applications including defense, supply chain management, maritime, and environmental conservation. As the first to launch a commercial SAR constellation, Capella provides reliable, timely insights day or night, under any weather conditions, empowering decision-makers worldwide with critical geospatial intelligence.
Job Description
Capella Space is a pioneer in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology and space-based signal intelligence. They design, build, and operate advanced constellation of commercial SAR satellites, focusing on high-resolution, timely Earth insights for a variety of industries. The position is for an Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS) and Propulsion Engineer responsible for the lifecycle of the ADCS and propulsion subsystems for a constellation of radar imaging spacecraft, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve mission objectives and improve spacecraft performance.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience with GNC/ADCS systems
- Direct experience with GNC/ADCS hardware (star trackers, sun sensors, etc.)
- Solid understanding of state estimation/filtering
- Solid understanding of rigid body/flexible dynamics
- Demonstrated leadership of hardware development projects
- Familiarity with orbital dynamics and LEO environment
- Comfortable dealing with uncertainty
- Strong communication skills
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Supplemental Health Options
- Parental Leave
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Commuter Benefits
- Mental Health Resources
- Monthly Phone Stipend
- Pet insurance options
