Control Design Engineer

Skyroot Aerospace; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyroot Aerospace invites a Control Design Engineer to design, develop, and validate advanced control algorithms for the Vikram launch vehicles, ensuring precision and mission success.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in control systems with 2+ years in GNC and have experience in MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, and Python, plus flight mechanics knowledge. This role offers a fast-paced startup environment in India’s private space ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Control Systems Engineering, Flight Mechanics & Control, or related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in GNC solutions.
• Aerospace/launch vehicle domain experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, analyze, document launch vehicle control laws.
• Develop frameworks to assess launch vehicle performance across various control strategies.
• Design and implement GNC algorithms while collaborating with flight software development teams.
• Plan, execute, analyze, and document OILS, HILS, AILS, and Sign Check test campaigns.
• Support control law validation through simulation and integrated testing activities.
• Work in a fast-paced startup environment with strong ownership and execution focus.

Skills

Classical Control

Gain Scheduling

Modern Control

Control law design

GNC validation

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

Python

Flight Mechanics

System engineering

Education

Master's in Control Systems

Bachelor's in Aerospace Eng

Flight Mechanics

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

Job description

Department: Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC)

At Skyroot Aerospace, we're developing next-generation launch vehicles that are redefining access to space. We are looking for a passionate Control Design Engineer to design, develop, and validate advanced control algorithms for the Vikram series of launch vehicles, ensuring precision, reliability, and mission success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, analyze, review, and document launch vehicle control laws.
• Develop frameworks to assess launch vehicle performance across various control strategies.
• Design and implement GNC algorithms while collaborating with flight software development teams.
• Plan, execute, analyze, and document OILS, HILS, AILS, and Sign Check test campaigns.
• Support control law validation through simulation and integrated testing activities.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment with strong ownership and execution focus.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong experience in Classical Control Design, Gain Scheduling, and Modern Control Techniques.
• Hands-on experience in control law design and validation using OILS, HILS, and AILS.
• Solid understanding of Flight Mechanics and Control System Design for Aerospace Vehicles.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for modelling, simulation, and control system development.
• Knowledge of C, C++, and Python is desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and system engineering skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Control Systems Engineering, Flight Mechanics & Control, or related discipline.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of experience in GNC solutions.

Preferred

• Research publications in reputed journals or conferences.
• Prior experience in aerospace, launch vehicles, spacecraft, or related control system domains.

Why Join Skyroot?

• Contribute to cutting-edge launch vehicle development.
• Solve real-world aerospace control challenges.
• Work alongside leading engineers in India's private space ecosystem.
• Be part of a mission-driven team building the future of space transportation.