Flight Control Law Engineer

Responsibilities

• Establish autoflight and flight control system requirements
• Interface with Pilots and Operations team to develop flight test plans, respond to squawks, and communicate design updates
• Design and analyze flight control laws from conceptual design through implementation and certification
• Develop simulation models to evaluate flight control system performance and stability
• Implement control laws and algorithms in flight software
• Test flight software in simulation, Monte Carlo, hardware-in-loop, and flight

Requirements

• BS in aerospace engineering, robotics, or equivalent field with 3+ years of hands-on, professional experience developing and testing flight controls algorithms
• Experience with flight dynamics simulation and model identification
• Professional experience with developing C/C++ flight software and Python data reduction & analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• MS in aerospace engineering, robotics, or similar advanced degree preferred
• Experience with flight controls, autopilot, or flight management system certification preferred
• Basic Success Criteria: Current pilot, instrument or commercial ratings

Skills

• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python
• Experience with flight dynamics and control systems
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Location

Based at our facility in Mountain View, California. Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, ancestry, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical conditions, national origin, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.