Nanyang Technological University
Research Engineer I/II (Satellite Orbit and Mission Design)
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Develops orbital lifetime prediction and end-of-life disposal models for small satellites. Evaluates passive, active, and hybrid deorbiting strategies, disposal feasibility, deorbiting performance, collision risks, and space debris evolution. The role also contributes to an integrated simulation and decision-support framework for mission safety and orbital lifetime assessment, requiring research communication, independent problem-solving, collaboration, and technical proficiency in aerospace simulation tools.
School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is one of the founding Schools of the Nanyang Technological University. Built on a culture of excellence, the School is renowned for its high academic standards and research. With over 3,000 undergraduates students and 2,000 graduate students it is one of the largest EEE schools in the world and ranks 4th in the field of Electrical & Electronic Engineering in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subjects.
Today, the School has become one of the world’s largest engineering schools that nurtures competent engineers and researchers. Each year, the School graduates over a thousand students who are ready to take on great ambitions and challenges.
For more details, please view: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/eee
We are looking for a satellite orbit & mission engineer to analyze all the dimensions of small satellite operational life. The role will focus in particular on end-of-life disposal.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop orbital lifetime prediction and end-of-life disposal models for small satellites.
- Investigate passive, active, and hybrid deorbiting strategies under realistic orbital and environmental conditions.
- Evaluate disposal feasibility, deorbiting performance, and associated collision risks.
- Jointly develop an integrated simulation and decision-support framework for mission safety, orbital lifetime assessment, and end-of-life disposal.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor qualification degree in Aerospace Engineering or Astronautics.
- At least 4 years of relevant research experiences in spacecraft dynamics, spacecraft deorbiting, spacecraft collision risk assessment, and space debris environment evolution
- Good written and oral communication skills (international conferences and journal papers)
- Proficiency in the following languages and specific tools: MATLAB, Python, STK, ESA's MASTER, ESA's DRAMA, and LaTeX
- Ability to work independently, to develop innovative and impactful solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and eye for details, excellent organizational &time management skills
- Some Leadership Competency is welcome with growth expectations during the study:
- Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Possesses international experience, with a strong network of contacts in the region.
We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTUNanyang Technological University Singapore, Singapore, SGP Office
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Nanyang Technological University Singapore Office
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