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Research is done in School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and led by Satellite Research Center. 

Job Description:

The research fellow (RF) will work on a project with an overarching goal to launch a compact, high-power satellite and operate it at the very-low Earth orbit (VLEO) altitude. Studies have shown that aerodynamics drag and moment can be significant for this range of operation. The roles of this position include:

• Develop a base gas kinetics solver (e.g., direct simulation Monte Carlo method) to capture the VLEO gas dynamics phenomena over the satellite body.
• Collaborate with thruster team and overseas experts to couple base gas kinetics solver with a plasma solver (e.g., particle-in-cell technique) to account for charge exchange effects over the satellite body.
• Incorporate optimizer (e.g., surrogate-based) with gas kinetics solver to investigate how satellite shape can be modified to improve drag coefficient and stability.
• Couple gas kinetics solver and optimizer with an orbital mechanics solver (e.g., FreeFlyer) to evaluate the effects of shape/size optimization on orbit life cycle.
• Gather scientific insights by working with the rest of aerodynamics team on tasks such as comparing results from other gas kinetics solver and developing multi-dimensional gas kinetics/plasma solver.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or fields that relate to fluids mechanics, gas kinetics, and CFD.
• Mandatory to have a good knowledge and experience in gas kinetics programming, or at least CFD programming; looking for a developer and not just a user.
• Proficiency in English is compulsory.
• Expertise in at least one of the topics/techniques listed in Section 3; more will be an advantage.
• Publication track record is an advantage, but not mandatory.

Job Description:

• Provide QA oversight and inspection support for spacecraft development and testing, working closely with program engineering staff and sponsor representatives.
• Implement the program’s quality requirements by performing a wide variety of quality assurance functions.  These include (but are not limited to) inspections of: procurement documentation; incoming parts and materials; pre-cap of electronic components; assembly kits; in-process workmanship of printed circuit boards, harnesses, and other hardware; test set-up, and integration activities.
• Interface with engineers, assembly technicians, vendors, production management and other program personnel to oversee issues of concern and participate in problem-solving processes.
• Generate quality planning and process documentation, and lead training in a group setting for workmanship and institutional procedures.
• Interface with vendors and contractors, and support formal program development reviews.
• Some travel may be required for vendor evaluations, source inspections and spacecraft integration.
• Support the centre and project operation, such as satellite mission operation, satellite testing and student activities. 
• Candidates will be considered as RE/SRE depending on related experience and qualification

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor‘s degree and above in an engineering or related field from a reputable university
• Experience working as a quality assurance engineer in an aerospace design and fabrication environment
• Applicants must be capable of meeting visual acuity requirements of NASA, ESA and IPC workmanship standards (or equivalent), as successful completion of training and certification to the standards is a requirement for performing inspections.
• Overall understanding in satellite development life cycle.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and responsibly.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Requirement:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a quality assurance engineer in the Space industry.
• Experience with any of the following: system safety, contamination control, reliability analysis, systems engineering, EEE parts and materials, and ISO/AS9100 quality systems.
• Current or past NASA/ESA/IPC and equivalent workmanship training and certification is strongly desired.

Job Description:

• Perform satellite orbit analysis using satellite obit simulation software to provide simulation result for design consideration of satellite spacecraft system>
• Define and generate mission scripts/algorithm to develop mission planning software.
• Work with team members to ensure smooth integration of various subsystems and satellite software.
• Document all process and implementation.
• Manage tasks according to project schedule.
• Support the centre and project operation, such as satellite mission operation, satellite testing and student activities.  
• Candidates will be considered as RE/SRE depending on related experience and qualification.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor‘s degree and above in Aerospace Engineering or related field from a reputable university
• Work experience in satellite mission design and simulation software e.g. FreeFlyer, GMAT, STK and so on 
• Work experience in satellite ADCS subsystem development
• Experience in scripting language Python
• Overall understanding in satellite development life cycle.
• Able to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment. 
• Good self-discipline and team player 
• Fluent verbal and written communications in English.

Preferred Requirement:

• Script programming skills in Python. 
• Experience in various satellite subsystem such as OBC, EPS, ADCS and COMMS
• Ability to perform debugging, system integration and testing.
• Experience in satellite development/launch/operation cycle.

Job Description and responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical design and structural analysis for satellite projects.
• Perform thermal analysis and control for satellite projects.
• Plan and conduct environmental test for satellite systems/subsystems, i.e., vibration, shock, and thermal-vacuum tests.
• Design mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE) for assembly, integration and testing of satellites. Work with suppliers for fabrication of the equipment.
• Hand on in assembly, harness, and integration of satellite.
• Generate specifications and protocol.
• Generate test scripts/algorithm to verify the system operation and ensure reliability.
• Work with team members to ensure smooth integration of various subsystems.
• Document all process and implementation.
• Manage tasks according to project schedule.
• Support the centre and project operation, such as satellite mission operation, satellite testing and student activities. 

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor‘s degree in Mechanical Engineering and above in or related field from a reputable university
• A diploma with good industry experience may also be considered
• Able to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment. 
• Good self-discipline and team player. 
• Fluent in verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in SolidWorks, Thermal Desktop or similar CAD and Thermal Analysis software

Preferred Requirement:

• Complete full product life cycle
• Experience in structure and thermal design
• Proficient in MATLAB and/or Python

Job Description:

• Develop C codes and implement control algorithm in embedded Linux systems (satellite sub system).
• Generate specifications and protocol.
• Generate test scripts/algorithm to verify the system operation and ensure reliability.
• Work with team members to ensure smooth integration of various subsystems.
• Document all process and implementation.
• Manage tasks according to project schedule.
• Support the centre and project operation, such as satellite mission operation, satellite testing and student activities. 

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor‘s degree and above in Electronic Engineering/ Computer Engineering or related field from a reputable university.
• Diploma with good industry experience may also be considered.
• Candidates will be considered as RE/SRE depending on related experience and qualification.
• Experience in embedded Linux programming on multi-core ARM, TCP/IP and UDP protocol.
• Experience in version control system.
• Understand embedded system and hardware system.
• Ability to perform debugging, system integration and testing.
• Able to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment.
• Good self-discipline and team player.
• Fluent verbal and written communications in English.

Preferred Requirement:

• Programming skills in C/C++, Python.
• Experience in various peripherals such as CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, A2D, D2A, PWM, GPIO.
• Experience in (RT)OS programming.
• Complete full software/product life cycle.

Job Description:

• Develop user interface software and implement satellite control algorithm on Microsoft Windows/Linux PC.
• Responsible for the user interface on PC and communication protocol to the satellite system.
• Generate specifications and protocol.
• Generate test scripts/algorithm to verify the system operation and ensure reliability.
• Work with team members to ensure smooth integration of various subsystems.
• Document all process and implementation.
• Manage tasks according to project schedule.
• Support the centre and project operation, such as satellite mission operation, satellite testing and student activities.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor‘s degree and above in Electronic Engineering/ Computer Engineering or related field from a reputable university
• Diploma with good industry experience may also be considered.
• Candidates will be considered as RE/SRE depending on related experience and qualification.
• Experience in Microsoft Visual Studio, JAVA or Python on Microsoft Windows/Linux PC.
• Experience in version control system and SQL database.
• Basic understanding in embedded system and hardware system.
• Ability to perform debugging, system integration and testing.
• Able to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment.
• Good self-discipline and team player.
• Fluent verbal and written communications in English.

Preferred Requirement:

• Programming skills in C/C++, Java, Python.
• Programming experience in WinUI3, GTK, QT.
• Experience in various protocol such as TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT.
• Complete full software/product life cycle.

Job Description:

You will be supporting a team of engineers/ researcher on the design, integration, testing and operation of satellites.

There are engineering and administrative assignment. Training will be provided before embarking on the assignment.

• Satellite integration in a cleanroom environment (harness, structure and electronic assembly, etc).
• Testing of satellites (thermal vacuum cycles, vibration, etc).
• Daily satellite operation.
• Purchases and maintaining of satellite parts.
• Operation and maintenance of satellite test and communication equipment.
• Safety requirement of the laboratory.
  

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Electronic/ Mechanical Engineering or related field from a reputable polytechnic
• Able to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment.
• Fluent verbal and written communications in English.
• Good working knowledge of PC applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop
• Keen to learn and a team player.
• Able to work during non-office hours (Satellite testing and operation).
• Fresh Graduates are welcome.

Preferred Requirement:

• Proficient in software tool such as Altium, Orcad, Solidworks, or AutoCAD.
• Experience in Python programming.
• Experience in equipment such as spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope.

Job Description:

• Design and develop MCU/MPU/SOC platform.
• Analyze system requirements and generate modular specifications.
• Identify and qualify components for spacecraft operation.
• Build, test and modify prototypes.
• Circuit validation and system operational validation.
• Test and characterize circuits.
• Code and debug in embedded C.
• FPGA programming.
• Guide/design printed circuits to comply to EMC/EMI requirements.
• Work with team members to ensure smooth integration of various subsystems.
• Document all process and implementation.
• Manage tasks according to project schedule.
• Support the centre and project operation, such as satellite mission operation, satellite testing and student activities.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor‘s degree and above in Electronic Engineering or related field from a reputable university.
• Diploma with good industry experience may also be considered.
• Experience in MCU/MPU/SOC embedded system platform design and programming.
• Good understanding and ability in analog and digital circuit design.
• Proficient and good skill in pcb artwork such as Altium or Orcad.
• Knowledge of various embedded hardware and application systems.
• Experience in generation of design specification documentation, schematic capture, and circuit analysis and simulation.
• Experience with debugging tools such as bus and spectrum analyzer.
• Experience in CAN, SPI, I2C bus protocols.
• Able to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment. 
• Fluent verbal and written communications in English.

Preferred Requirement:

• Complete full product life cycle.
• Experiences in FPGA, Analog or RF design.