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The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, verification, and deployment of advanced computer vision algorithms and software for spacecraft and ground systems.\nResponsibilities \nDesign and develop computer vision algorithms for space object detection and tracking, and 6DoF pose estimation for space applications.\nSupport the definition of computer vision subsystem architectures, requirements, and performance budgets aligned with mission objectives.\nSupport computer vision hardware procurement (e.g. LIDAR system, cameras, etc.) for XXX missions\nContribute to computer vision verification & validation planning and execution, including performance assessment and requirements verification\nSupport the computer vision subsystem test activities, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) campaigns, and integrated system testing.\nSupport the integration and testing of flight software implementations of computer vision algorithms.\nSupport the computer vision hardware procurement activities working collaboratively with vendors and supplier chain management engineers.\nCollaborate with other engineering disciplines (Systems, GNC, Flight Dynamics, etc.) in the planning, design and development of ASUK missions/systems to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility\nReview other engineers work and guide more junior engineers in the field.\nConduct state-of-the-art research into computer vision algorithm designs relevant to our missions.\nContribute to system level activities, such as defining FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) and FDIR (Fault/Failure Detection, Isolation, and Recovery) processes.\nEssential Skills\nMasters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, other relevant engineering/science discipline.\nMinimum 5 years' industrial or research experience in computer vision algorithm development and deployment.\nStrong understanding of computer vision principles, image processing, machine learning and deep learning techniques\nDemonstrated experience developing computer vision algorithms from concept through validation and deployment.\nExcellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making abilities.\nProactive and self-managing.\nExcellent inter-personal skills, willing to collaborate effectively with people in different roles and with different cultural & technical backgrounds.\nExcellent communication skills: Articulate complex ideas in an easy, clear manner.\nStrong programming skills in Python/Matlab/C/C++ for computer vision applications, including familiarity with popular computer vision libraries and frameworks such as OpenCV, TensorFlow and PyTorch.\nUnderstanding of LIDAR and Camera sensors principles.\nKnowledge on Software testing and Software integration.\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing project requirements.\nGood understanding of software configuration management and version control tools (Git and Git-flow workflows).\nBasic knowledge of space system design.\nDesirable skills\nExperience with vision-based navigation in space\nExperience with designing experimental testbed for generating/collecting data to be used for algorithms training\nKnowledge of rigid body dynamics and kinematics.\nGood understanding of spacecraft systems\nPrevious relevant experience in the space industry.\nPractical experience in development of embedded systems software (C, C++) in related industrial context or other experience in safety critical software.\nExperience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks (e.g., Jenkins).\nFamiliarity with ROS, ROS2, or similar robotics middleware\nKnowledge of LiDAR signal processing, sensor fusion, and multi-sensor perception systems.\nBenefits\nCompetitive base salary\nOpportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse & dynamic international team with cutting edge technology\nFlexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment\nOptional 9/75 working pattern\nHybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements)\n25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday\nLife insurance and long-term sick pay\nPrivate healthcare (taxable benefit)\nRelocation allowance considered\nState of the art office and cleanroom facility\nRegular social events \nLocation\nAstroscale UK (Harwell).\nAbout Astroscale\nAstroscale is the global leader in on-orbit servicing, dedicated to the secure and sustainable development of space. The company delivers a variety of innovative and scalable on-orbit servicing solutions, including life extension, refurbishment, upgrades, in-situ space situational awareness, end-of-life, and active debris removal. Since its first successful launch in March 2021, Astroscale has proven rendezvous and proximity operations technologies in orbit during the ELSA-d and ADRAS-J missions. Astroscale spacecraft have been selected for pioneering missions with JAXA, the U.S. Space Force, the European Space Agency, the UK Space Agency, and Eutelsat. As more satellite operators adopt on-orbit servicing to routinely inspect, relocate, remove, and extend the life of spacecraft, the potential of a circular space economy - and a future of no waste in space - is being unlocked. Headquartered in Japan, Astroscale has a global presence with subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, the United States, France, and Israel. Find out more about Astroscale at www.astroscale.com.\nAt Astroscale UK we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture. Our essential criteria are based solely on the requirements necessary to perform the role. If any criteria could present a barrier, we are open to discussing reasonable adjustments and are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. Astroscale UK is also open to supporting job share arrangements, to further our flexible working offering.\nNote to recruitment agencies: Astroscale UK operates a preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency approaches. 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