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Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run. We want you as a talented GNC Software Intern to contribute to the GNC subsystem design, testing, verification and validation of our vehicles. You will work on multiple aspects of the GNC life cycle: spacecraft and mission conceptual design, subsystem requirements development, algorithm development, software implementation and testing, operations, and post-flight analysis. Responsibilities: As a GNC Software Intern, your responsibilities will include: Support the design and development of the AOCS/GNC subsystem for The Exploration Company’s spacecraft and missions. Develop, test, and validate GNC algorithms Contribute to the implementation and testing of GNC software within the Flight Software framework. Support the development and maintenance of spacecraft simulation environments and 6-degree-of-freedom models. Assist with performance analysis, trade studies, and mission assessments. Participate in verification and validation activities, including simulation campaigns, unit testing, and Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) testing. Support hardware modeling, integration, and performance evaluation activities. Develop and improve software tools that automate analysis, testing, and reporting tasks. Analyze simulation and test results and help document findings and recommendations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and participate in technical discussions and reviews. What we would love to see from you : Currently pursuing a BSc or MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Robotics, Applied Mathematics, Physics or a related technical discipline. Strong understanding of dynamics, orbital mechanics, flight mechanics, or control systems. Experience programming in C++ and Python. Other languages and tools are considered an asset. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to learn and take initiative. Passion for advancing the commercial space industry. Motivation to work in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative start-up environment. Good communication skills and fluency in English. German or French is considered an asset. Why you should join us! What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is: We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge? We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly. The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.

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