SPIN
Job title:
SPIN – Deimos Space UK Ltd- Development of Liquid-Propellant Rocket Engine model in Simulink
Company
SPIN
Job description
Project Description:
The project involves the development of a model of a throttleable liquid-propellant rocket engine which will be integrated into Deimos existing Functional Engineering Simulator (FES) environment for use in on-going and future projects.
The applicant will need to:
Interface with the FES development and GNC teams to understand the important aspects of the rocket engine model when producing GNC designs.
Research existing liquid rocket engine models and select the one that best suits the needs of the GNC team.
Implement the modelled equations in Matlab/Simulink following Deimos guidelines and processes to ensure the developed model is auto-codable.
Develop Unitary test for the developed blocks
Suggest (and implement if time allows) appropriate validation of the developed block
Develop all technical documentation (describing the underlying equations in the model and the use of the model)
Present the work to the AOCS/GNC Competence Centre within Deimos
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Applicant Specification:
Engineering Graduate or Undergraduate entering their final year.
Academic: Background in mathematics, control systems, modelling
Minimum requirements:
Passion and enthusiasm
Experience in Matlab/Simulink.
Interest in satellite design and simulation
Desirable requirements:
Some knowledge of C coding would be beneficial.
Knowledge of spacecraft propulsion (including liquid rocket engines)
Process details:
8 weeks minimum fixed term contract to be agreed with successful candidate
In-person Induction Event to be held on [date], and an in-person/hybrid Showcase Event to be held at the [place/date]
5 days holiday to be taken during the placement
Company Summary
Deimos Space UK Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Elecnor Deimos created in 2013 to address the UK and UK-export market for space systems, services, and applications.
Elecnor Deimos has extensive experience in aerospace activities; we are involved in most European Space Agency programmes including science, exploration, earth observation, satellite navigation, launchers and human space flight.
Deimos Space UK is located on the Harwell Oxford campus and offers expertise in the following areas:
- Flight Segment
- Ground Systems
- Space Situational Awareness
- Satellite Navigation
- Applications & Services
Deimos Space UK Flight segment activities cover the development of Guidance, Navigation and Control subsystems for launch vehicles, Earth Observation Satellites and In-orbit servicing and manufacturing satellites.
Expected salary
Location
Oxford
Job date
Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:24:10 GMT
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