Principal Guidance & Control Engineer

Responsibilities:

• System Design and Integration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and integrate control systems and subsystems for aerospace applications.
• Control Algorithm Development: Create and optimize control algorithms for aircraft, drones, or other airspace systems, ensuring they meet safety and performance requirements.
• Simulation and Modeling: Develop and implement simulation models to evaluate the behavior of control systems under various conditions, fine-tuning them for optimal performance.
• Testing and Validation: Conduct rigorous testing and validation of control systems, identifying and resolving issues to meet regulatory and quality standards.
• Fault Analysis and Diagnostics: Implement fault detection and diagnostic strategies to ensure the reliability and robustness of control systems.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of control system designs, test procedures, and results to facilitate collaboration and compliance with industry regulations.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to propose innovative solutions and enhancements for existing systems.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure that control systems meet all safety and regulatory requirements, working closely with certification authorities.
• Project Management: Take ownership of control and system engineering tasks within projects, adhering to timelines and budgets.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree: A bachelor’s degree in Control Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field is required. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in control system design and engineering within the aerospace industry (preference for 10+ years).
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming languages like MATLAB, Simulink, C/C++, or Python for control algorithm development and simulation.
• System Modeling: Strong understanding of dynamic system modeling and simulation tools.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards such as DO-178C, DO-254, and ARP4754 is a plus.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to diagnose and resolve complex control system issues.
• Team Player: Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the safety and reliability of control systems.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in control engineering or aerospace systems are desirable.