Praktika / Töökoht

Mission Planner: Orbits and Launch

Ettevõte
Estonian Student Satellite
Töökoha aadress
Tallinn / Tartu/ online
Nõutav keeleoskus
Inglise

Töösisu kirjeldus

Team status: Looking for member with a technical mindset and willing to communicate with various companies

A Mission Planner is responsible for defining where the spacecraft goes and how it gets there. You will bridge the gap between high-level mission goals and the technical realities of orbital mechanics and launch logistics. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys "the big picture" but isn't afraid to dive deep into trajectory simulations and contract negotiations.

Ootused kandidaadile

We value a fast learner over a static expert.

We expect:
- A willingness to learn orbital mechanics software (like GMAT, STK, or Orekit).
- Strong communication skills for negotiating with international launch brokers.
- An organized mind capable of handling complex logistics and documentation.
- A collaborative spirit to work within a fast-paced student team environment.

Võimalused

You will be the primary point of contact for getting our hardware off the ground and into the right spot in the sky.

Your responsibilities include:
- Orbit definition, for example, altitude, inclination, and Local Time of Ascending Node (LTAN).
- Performing orbital decay analysis to ensure the satellite meets international de-orbiting regulations.
- Research and communication with rocket launch providers or brokers
- Identify the best deployers for our satellite missions, find integration partners, and manage the logistics of shipping a delicate satellite to the launch site or integration facility.
- Scouting for possible funding sources, grants, and managing the budget for launch costs and insurance.

Keywords: STK (Systems Tool Kit), GMAT, Orbital Decay, LTAN, SSO (Sun-Synchronous Orbit), Rideshare, Launch Broker, ICD (Interface Control Document)

Kandideerimine

Kandideerimine kestab sobiva kandidaadi leidmiseni või kandideerimisperioodi lõpuni.

Kandideerimisperiood
25.03.2026 - 31.05.2026
Kandideerimiseks saada kiri