Robotics Engineer

Infinite Orbits

Toulouse, France

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Robotics Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will lead the design, development, and testing of a robotic arm system for satellite docking missions, integrating advanced control algorithms and ensuring reliable operation in space.

Job Description

Lead the development, integration and testing of the Endurance docking system which includes robotic elements such as Gripper and 6 DOF Robotic arm and vision navigation system;
Develop control algorithms for robotic arms (inverse kinematics, path planning, collision avoidance etc.) and integrate with the existing software and hardware chain;
Collaborate with the Rendez-vous GNC team to integrate pose-estimation algorithms and multi-body dynamics algorithms;
Collaborate with the Space Systems team to integrate the docking system with the Endurance platform;
Develop and maintain a simulation environment using Matlab Simulink and other tools;
Plan and execute test campaigns with partners laboratories, such as air-bearing or robotic laboratories;
Plan and execute test campaigns with the Flight Software team;
Prepare technical documentation and ensure compliance with relevant standards.

Requirements

Ph.D. or Master’s Degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Automation, Aerospace engineering or equivalent higher qualification;
7+ years of relevant working experience in the robotics field;
Hands-on experience with robotic arms and real-time robotics systems;
Strong background in robotics and in control theory;
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python;
Experience with simulation tools like Simscape/MSC ADAMS, MATLAB/Simulink;
Experienced in CAD software such as Solidworks or CATIA;
Experience in test campaign preparation and execution;
Pro-activeness and ability to work in a self-directed, fast-paced and result-oriented environment;
Excellent communication skills;
We value team spirit and problem-solving.