Astroscale UK is Astroscale UK is looking for a Computer Vision (CV) Engineer to join our team within the wider Algorithms Group.
The technology which Astroscale is developing to capture uncontrolled space debris is truly pioneering and will reclaim our orbital environments for future generations. This technology heavily depends on complex CV subsystem which enable our spacecraft to carry out their missions. Rendezvous, proximity operations (RPO) and docking with uncontrolled and sometimes unprepared objects is no easy endeavour; we are therefore looking for someone who is ready to work with a group of like-minded CV Engineers to face the many challenges ahead of us and help make history.
The CV team is responsible for all aspects of Astroscale’s CV subsystem inclusive of algorithms, simulations, and hardware. In your role as Senior CV Engineer, you will be involved in designing and prototyping the CV algorithms for AS missions as well as supporting the validation and testing campaign.
The successful candidate will join an experienced and competent group of like-minded individuals who make up the global CV team and bring an optimal mix of CV experience from both the commercial and academic worlds.
In addition to technical skills, the successful candidate must be a team player and have the ability to deliver in accordance with the various drivers associated with commercial organisations, whether these are contractual, schedule or other.
Responsibilities
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to:
Essential Skills
Desirable skills
Benefits
Location
Astroscale UK (Harwell) ), with potential for some travel to Astroscale Japan (Tokyo)
About Astroscale
We aim to deliver cutting edge technologies that will become part of routine commercial space operations by 2030.
Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the only company dedicated to in-orbit servicing across all orbits. Founded in 2013, we are developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of in-orbit servicing missions, including End of Life services, Active Debris Removal, In-situ Space Situational Awareness and Life Extension Services, to create sustainable space systems and mitigate against the hazardous build-up of debris in space.
Astroscale is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Note to recruitment agencies: Astroscale operates a preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency approaches. Please do not forward candidate CVs or details in response to this advert, or to any Astroscale employee.
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