Join the IonSat project!

Ionsat is a 6U student nanosatellite equipped with an electric propulsion engine, dedicated to the demonstration of the feasibility of nanosatellite missions in very low orbit (<300km). More information on IonSat are available on this link.

Description of the offers

In the context of the IonSat project and CSEP, we propose three internship topics to be filled for autumn 2022 (starting in August/September).

The intern for each topic will work with the two full-time engineers of CSEP, and will also be able to rely on the expertise of the Space team of the Plasma Physics Laboratory, specialized in the design of magnetometers and space-ready electronics. There are also frequent contacts with experts from French space agencies (CNES, ONERA), and from companies (Thalès Alenia Space, ThrustMe) partners of the IonSat project.

Development of IonSat Flight Software

The first topic focuses on the IonSat flight software (FS). The notions of software development and space systems engineering will prevail. The mission of the internship will focus on:

  • The development, implementation, and validation of the main FS modes
  • The development, implementation, and validation of the communications between the on board computer (OBC) and the different subsystems

Previous experience or training in embedded systems or C/C++ programming is required to successfully complete these assignments.

You will find all the information on our internship description to download here .

Development of IonSat Interfaces and Electrical Architecture

The second topic concerns the electrical design and the communication buses of IonSat. Knowledge in electronics and signal measurement will be required. The main tasks are:

  • Design and build prototype interface boards to test IonSat functionality and software implementation.
  • Develop, implement and validate the electrical interfaces in the satellite.

You will find all the information on our internship description to download here .

Robust attitude control techniques for IonSat

The third topic concerns IonSat’s Attitude Control Subsystem (ACS). The main missions are:

  • Develop and test new attitude control algorithms.
  • Implement and improve in an iterative way the ACS simulations.

You will find all the information on our internship description to download here .

Are you interested in the project? Do not hesitate to contact us!