GNC SW Development Engineer

Develops analysis and software to deliver handling qualities across the Spaceship mission profile. Participates in test planning, simulator evaluation, and handling qualities analysis for Spaceship. Designs stability augmentation control systems for Spaceship and next-generation Launch Vehicle primary flight controls. Supports flight test in the mission control center and analyzes flight data. Reviews peer work for quality control and early defect detection. Performs system identification of aircraft systems to improve simulator accuracy. Develops flight control software requirements, Simulink implementation, and tests. Diagnoses and resolves simulation issues across aerodynamics, mass properties, flight controls, and interfaces. Applies MATLAB and Simulink model-based design for safety-critical flight control software. Collaborates with Pilots, System Analysis, Flight Test, Avionics, Mechanical Systems, and Systems Engineering across the lifecycle.

Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). 8+ years of experience and a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. 5+ years of experience with aerospace vehicle control systems and simulation. Experience modeling actuators, controllers, electrical systems, and 6DOF dynamics. Strong understanding of flight control systems and fixed-wing aircraft dynamics. Experience with MATLAB and Simulink in model-based design of safety-critical code. Knowledge of classical control theory and modern control theory. Familiarity with embedded C programming and Git version control. Familiarity with relevant MIL-SPECS such as MIL-STD-1797B and SAE AS-94900. Flight test or pilot experience beneficial., Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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