Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer III/IV

About the Role

Zone 5 Technologies is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions for unmanned aircraft systems. We are looking for a GNC Engineer III/IV to join our software and flight test group in San Luis Obispo, CA. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in designing, analyzing, and building flight controls software for UAS. You will work closely with the engineering team to develop new software components, build models in Matlab/Simulink, run high-fidelity SW and HW in the loop simulations, and generate auto-code for embedded systems. Peer review and effective communication across disciplines are critical to improving the design cycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and build flight controls software for groups 1 to 4 UAS
• Develop software components for deployment to flight test
• Create and modify software modules in the Zone 5 avionics suite
• Perform controls analysis to assess stability and performance
• Run high-fidelity SW and HW in the loop simulations
• Generate auto-code for embedded systems
• Design ground tests to verify the function of new features
• Support integration and test of aircraft for flight test
• Conduct peer reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in flight controls engineering for UAS
• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in aerospace engineering or related field
• Experience with Group 1-4 UAS flight controls software design
• Knowledge of embedded systems and auto-code generation
• Ability to mentor and train junior engineers

Pay

• Level III: $135,000 - $167,000
• Level IV: $167,000 - $197,000

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more
• 401k with company-match
• 4 weeks of paid time off each year
• 12 annual company holidays