At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and test control systems for innovative laser communications technology.
- Company: Join Archangel Lightworks, a pioneering connectivity start-up focused on future networks.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, competitive salary, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic start-up culture with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on global communication challenges while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in control systems; degree in relevant engineering or physics field.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Archangel Lightworks is a connectivity company building wireless technology to create the space-enabled networks of the future. We are passionate about improving humanity's communications infrastructure and solving some of Earth's most critical problems from economic inclusion to climate change. Our start-up is a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can make your mark as part of a growing team and work on the cutting-edge of innovation.
You will be responsible for developing, documenting, and testing control systems for ground and space-based optical terminals. Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and testing algorithms for control of coarse and fine pointing systems for optical communication, including electrical motors, fast steering mirrors (FSMs), adaptive optics, and a range of optical sensors.
- Delivering documentation and providing technical support for the Software team to implement the above algorithms.
- Develop and maintain HIL real-time simulations to test control software requirements against simulations.
- Perform trade-off analysis of different control concepts, components, and architectures.
- Maintain pointing budgets and ensure control systems fulfil systems requirements.
Requirements:
- At least 3 years of relevant commercial experience developing control systems for complex electromechanical, optical, aerospace, or robotic systems.
- A degree in Control Engineering, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
- Practical experience designing, modelling, implementing, and testing control algorithms for dynamic systems.
- Proficiency with modelling and simulation tools such as MATLAB and Simulink, or equivalent platforms.
- Ability to translate system-level requirements into control-system requirements, test cases, and verification activities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose complex system behaviour using test data and simulations.
Desirable additional skills:
- Experience developing pointing, acquisition, and tracking systems for optical communications, telescopes, imaging systems, or similar precision applications.
- Knowledge of coarse and fine pointing architectures, including gimbals, reaction wheels, fast steering mirrors, and piezoelectric actuators.
- Experience using real-time simulation and test platforms such as Speedgoat, National Instruments, or equivalent systems.
- Knowledge of model-based design, automatic code generation, and software-in-the-loop testing.
- Experience working within a start-up, research and development, or rapidly evolving engineering environment.
Location: Our office is based in Osney Mead, Oxford. There will be opportunity to work from home as agreed with your line manager.
Control Systems Engineer employer: Archangel Lightworks Ltd
Archangel Lightworks is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive environment in Oxford where you can contribute to groundbreaking technology that addresses global challenges. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide extensive training resources, equity options, and a culture that encourages ownership and collaboration, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
