Control Systems Software Engineer

About the role

WindWright, a subsidiary of Stratolaunch, accelerates hypersonic development by improving the capacity and capabilities of ground test facilities using digital engineering environments. Our advanced modeling and simulation, synthesized with ground and flight test data, are integrated into authoritative digital models that advance ground test productivity, accuracy, and repeatability improvements across the full customer development campaign. WindWright’s digital engineering framework also enables efficient test planning, rapid test data review, and deeper analysis of the test results, leading to reduced customer costs and risks.

Responsibilities

• Develop control logic for various control systems applications
• Develop and implement software for real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Program controllers and human machine interfaces
• Set up and conduct bench tests to validate control system functionality
• Analyze test results and make necessary adjustments to software and control logic
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components
• Maintain detailed documentation of software designs, test plans, and test results
• Identify, document, and communicate design requirements, constraints, and risks
• Support the preparation of business proposals to the US Government and industry
• Travel, as needed, to support the company

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong understanding of control systems, state machine, and logic design principles
• Experience with RTOS programming and real-time systems
• Experience with compiled or interpreted programming languages such as C/C++, Python, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to obtain a security clearance at the TS/SCI level

Benefits and our location

• Relocation eligible to local area – Sandusky, OH
• 9/80 schedule
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan up to the IRS annual limit
• Tuition reimbursement

Location

Sandusky, Ohio, is nestled along the southern shore of Lake Erie, offering an affordable lifestyle with easy access to some of the Midwest’s best attractions. Known for its small-town charm and scenic views, Sandusky is just an hour's drive from Cleveland, providing central access to a range of outdoor and urban activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WindWright is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.