Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer V/VI

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Lead the design, analysis, and development of flight controls software for Group 1 to 4 UAS.
• Software Development: Architect and implement advanced software components for deployment to flight tests.
• Simulation Expertise: Oversee the creation and execution of high-fidelity SWIL and HWIL simulations to validate system performance.
• Advanced Modeling: Develop and refine complex models in Matlab/Simulink, ensuring accuracy and performance optimization.
• Controls Analysis: Perform advanced stability and performance analyses, providing guidance on control system optimization.
• Mentorship: Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering technical growth and team collaboration.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive effective communication and alignment across engineering disciplines to meet project objectives.
• Innovation and R&D: Lead research initiatives in advanced flight control methodologies, embedded systems, and auto-code generation.
• Documentation and Review: Produce comprehensive technical documentation and lead peer review processes to ensure quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in flight controls engineering, with at least 5 years in UAS applications.
• Skills: - Expertise in Matlab/Simulink and auto-code generation for embedded systems. - Advanced knowledge of control theory, flight dynamics, and embedded systems. - Experienced in state estimation and Kalman filtering. - Proven ability to run and analyze SWIL and HWIL simulations. - Strong leadership and project management skills. - Effective communication and collaboration skills. - Familiarity with Group 1-4 UAS flight controls and avionics suites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Knowledge of advanced control techniques and optimization algorithms.
• History of contributing to successful flight test programs and R&D projects.

Pay Range by Level for San Luis Obispo, CA

Level V - $197,000 - $226,000
Level VI - $226,000 - $265,000

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

What's in it for you

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!