Attitude Determination Engineer

Minimum Clearance Required

Responsibilities

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government.  Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country.  We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states.  Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

I2X Technologies is seeking an Attitude Determination Engineer to support ongoing activities for a customer in Littleton, CO. This position will be on-site. 

Responsibilities:

• Attitude Determination Algorithm Development: Work closely with members of the GN&C design team. Tasks shall include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Develop and refine attitude determination algorithms using from gyroscopes, and star trackers.
• Assist in the development of software models and simulations to test and validate attitude determination algorithms
• Collaborate with the GN&C team to mature the overall system architecture and ensure seamless integration with other subsystems
• Assist in the development of requirements and interfaces for attitude determination sensors and supporting systems

Deliverables:

• Attitude determination algorithm development and refinement
• Software models and simulations for testing and validation
• Requirements and interfaces for attitude determination sensors and supporting systems
• Sensor selection and integration plans
• Regular progress reports and status updates

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and 9-15 years of experience
• 9 years of experience with attitude determination for spacecraft

Desired Experience and Skills

• Familiarity with Green Chart/Allan Variance gyro performance assessment
• Extended Kalman filter experience
• Star tracker and IMU modeling experience

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

I2X Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected Veteran status, or disability status.

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.

I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.