via Workable
$0K - 0K a year
Develop and verify flight control laws for fly-by-wire aircraft systems, contributing to control architecture and testing.
Requires 10+ years in flight control law development, expertise in aircraft systems, aerodynamics, and experience with modeling tools like MATLAB/Simulink.
We are seeking a Senior Flights Control Engineer that has experience in flight control law development in fly-by-wire programs. Key Accountabilities · Own Flight Control Laws development activities from requirements flown down, implementation up to integration and testing · Contribute to control architectures from high level needs and characteristics · Contribute to linear design – trimming and linearizing flight dynamics models, control laws synthesis and linear analyses · Contribute to nonlinear design and verification, and clearance testing · Actively work on improving processes, methods, and tools for flight control Required Qualifications · BS / MS in Aeronautical Engineering or related fields · 10+ years of professional experience in Flight Control Law development in fly-by-wire programs · Expert-level knowledge of fixed-wing handling qualities. · Industry experience with and understanding of aircraft electronic flight control systems. · Background in aerodynamics and flight dynamics (understand the physics you want to control). · Version Control and Requirements Management: experience with version control systems like Git and requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama. Ability to maintain traceability and manage complex datasets is crucial. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interface with senior leaders, partners, and suppliers with clarity and confidence. · Attention to Detail: a meticulous approach to ensure the accuracy and completeness of engineering artifacts. · Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Desired Qualifications · Proficiency in Simulation and Modeling Tools: expertise in MATLAB/Simulink for control law modeling, simulation, and analysis. · Aircraft pilot license
This job posting was last updated on 2/16/2026