Flight Controls & GNC Engineer, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (On-Site)

About the role

TSC is seeking a Flight Controls & GNC Engineer to support operations in Raeford, NC, Sierra Vista, AZ, or Arlington, VA. This position is critical to the success of the Airborne ISR Division's Flight Controls Systems.

Responsibilities

• Serving as a key focal point for flight control automation
• Translating technical information and executing multiple parallel technological initiatives
• Executing project tasks within a technical team focusing on Flight Controls and GNC Automation
• Communicating and accomplishing tasks with cross-functional stakeholders in experimental learning experiences using HIL/SIL, ground, and flight tests
• Conducting various types of data analysis in support of time-sensitive developmental or operational efforts
• Supporting the development, planning, or execution of test-related activities for internal and customer-driven projects, processes, or gate reviews

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Controls engineering or a related field
• A minimum of two years of direct experience with fixed-wing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Flight Controls and GNC implementation
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
• Demonstrated experience in technical project teams, assessing risk, and executing tasks to maintain a fast-paced environment
• Practical experience with development or operational improvement of fixed-wing UAS technology
• Hands-on experience in software development for flight controls and guidance, navigation, and control for fixed-wing systems
• Ability to understand automation challenges or gaps and participate in solutions-based collaborations
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop simulators, conducting testing and troubleshooting of HW/SW interfaces
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, version control systems, defect tracking tools, and workflows with peer review
• Ability to individually contribute and execute tasks assigned

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Controls engineering or other relevant discipline
• Minimum two years of direct experience with fixed-wing UAS Flight Controls and GNC implementation
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
• Demonstrated experience in technical project teams, assessing risk, and executing tasks to maintain the required pace to reach viable technical solutions
• Practical experience with development or operational improvement of fixed-wing UAS technology
• Hands-on experience in software development for flight controls and in guidance, navigation and control for fixed-wing systems
• Ability to understand automation challenges or gaps, and participate in solutions-based collaborations
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop simulators, conducting testing and troubleshooting of HW/SW interfaces
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, version control systems, defect tracking tools, and workflows with peer review
• Ability to individually contribute and execute tasks assigned

Skills

• Technical project management
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Data analysis and reporting
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Software development and testing
• Automation and system integration

Benefits

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package, including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, co-sponsored health plan, paid leave, and much more.