Sr. Staff Engineer, GNC - BlueSky (R5798)

Los Angeles, Californiafull time

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f7d8749a-72d6-407c-bf98-292ea630c73a Sr. Staff Engineer on the Guidance Navigation Control team develops state-of-the-art flight control algorithms for a blue-sky project. The role involves working on vehicle dynamics modeling, flight controls, and simulation using C++, Matlab, and Simulink.

Responsibilities

Research and develop state-of-the-art algorithms that drive high-performance flight
Tune and optimize control systems in simulation and real-world
Work on an agile team grounded in first principles to push the boundaries of the state-of-the-art

Qualification

BS in AerospaceExperience with Matlab and SimulinkDemonstrated record of working hardAbility to obtain a SECRET clearanceMS or PhD in AerospaceExperience with Modern Control TheoryFamiliarity with Kalman FiltersFamiliarity with git

Required

BS in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering with a focus on Control Systems
Minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or 4 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience in the area of vehicle dynamics modeling, flight controls, or simulation.
Experience with C++ in a production environment
Experience with Matlab and Simulink
Expert knowledge of aircraft dynamics and control, stability, and handling qualities
Experience tuning and optimizing control systems in simulation and real-world
Passion for solving complex problems in a fast-moving environment
Demonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, being a trustworthy teammate, and being kind to others
Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance

Preferred

MS or PhD in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering with a focus on Control Systems
Experience with Modern Control Theory, e.g. LQR/LQG, Adaptive Control, Robust Control, Model Predictive Control (MPC), etc.
Proficient with extracting linear aircraft state space models from nonlinear equations of motion
Proficient with design or selection of servos, inertial navigation systems, air data units, vision-based navigation systems
Familiarity with Kalman Filters
Familiarity with system identification techniques
Familiarity with git, continuous integration & delivery, etc.
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