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Orbital Dynamics Engineer

🇵🇹 Coimbra, Portugal
Category
Hardware & Systems
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Mid-Level

Job Description

About Neuraspace

Neuraspace, founded in 2020, is on a mission to combat space debris using AI. The company aims to create a vibrant Circular Economy in Space by enabling satellite operators and space agencies to manage operations safely and profitably.

The Role

Neuraspace seeks a skilled orbital dynamics professional to support product development for their satellite collision avoidance system.

What You Will Do

Orbital Dynamics:

  • Develop technical solutions for orbit determination and propagation

  • Create maneuvering strategies for collision avoidance aligned with mission needs

  • Maintain software elements and coordinate with service providers

  • Manage requirements for orbital dynamics and software projects

Space Traffic & Debris:

  • Demonstrate expertise in debris observation, modeling, mitigation, and risk assessment

  • Analyze space surveillance techniques and develop product requirements

  • Implement collision avoidance strategies

  • Engage with international debris committees (UN COPUOS, IADC)

Customer & Team Engagement:

  • Consult on project status and technical issues

  • Train users and collaborate with engineering staff

  • Foster constructive team environments

Requirements

  • University degree in relevant field (Aerospace, Physics, Mathematics)

  • Strong background in mathematics, mechanics, dynamics

  • Linear algebra expertise and numerical methods proficiency

  • Classical and orbit mechanics knowledge including Keplerian orbits

  • Operational mission experience

  • Programming/scripting familiarity

  • Software lifecycle and database knowledge

  • Fluent English; additional European language advantageous

Why Join Neuraspace

  • Work on cutting-edge orbital mechanics and AI technology

  • Be part of the solution to the space debris problem

  • Collaborate with ESA and major space agencies

Skills & Technologies

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Posted December 11, 2025

Company Info

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Neuraspace

AI-powered space traffic management and collision avoidance. Critical space situational awareness fo...

Industries
Aerospace & SpaceIntelligence & Surveillance
Founded2020
Company Size1-50
HeadquartersPorto, Portugal

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