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RPOD Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Specialist

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Response Deadline11/27/2026, 01:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for an RPOD Guidance, Navigation, and Control Specialist supports the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology by providing technical analysis and conceptual design for Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking maneuvers. The scope of work involves developing mission concepts for safe RPOD with cooperative spacecraft, analyzing docking mechanisms, and assessing approach and departure trajectories. These tasks are performed for prime contractors as part of UK Space Agency feasibility studies. The specialist is required to utilize orbital mechanics simulation software, specifically STK and GMAT, to deliver comprehensive technical analysis reports and GNC concept designs. Interested parties must respond by November 27, 2026, regarding this opportunity which falls under NAICS code 541715.

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Agency

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

GBR

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of UKSAC26_0058.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedOct 30

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Response DeadlineNov 27

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11/27/2026, 01:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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AgencyDepartment for Science, Innovation & Technology

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Performs technical analysis and conceptual design for Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPOD) maneuvers for prime contractors on UK Space Agency feasibility studies. Develops mission concepts for safe RPOD with cooperative spacecraft, analyzes docking mechanisms and approach trajectories, and assesses approach/departure sequences. Uses orbital mechanics simulation software (STK, GMAT). Delivers technical analysis reports and GNC concept designs.

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