Engineer III - Flight Control Systems

NewSpace Research and Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

NewSpace Research and Technologies is seeking skilled professionals to support the development of flight dynamics models for Aeroelastic aircraft. This role involves executing high-fidelity simulations and developing guidance laws for flight path optimization.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in aerospace engineering, with practical experience in flight control systems and mathematical modeling. Candidates must possess solid communication skills and be able to work independently to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in flight dynamics modeling, flight simulation development or control law design.
• Strong foundation in flight mechanics and mathematical modeling.
• Experience with guidance, navigation and control fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Support development of mathematical models for Aeroelastic aircraft.
• Execute simulations such as SIL, PIL and HIL.
• Perform ground testing for FCS elements.

Skills

Flight dynamics modeling

Flight simulation development

Control law design

Mathematical modeling

Guidance algorithms

Control system design with MATLAB

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

We are a start‑up based out of Bengaluru & Delhi NCR. We are engaged in development of next generation missions and technologies (NGM&T) towards future warfare needs of the Indian defence forces. It is undertaking research towards enhancing persistence and autonomy for unmanned vehicles and robotic swarms. NRT’s product development portfolio includes a solar power stratospheric high altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) unmanned platform and an air/ground launched stand-off autonomous system.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support development of mathematical models to simulate flight of Aeroelastic aircraft.
• Develop & Evaluate guidance laws for flight path optimization and energy management.
• Execute SIL, PIL and HIL simulations.
• Support control surface sizing and evaluation of control surface effectiveness across the flight envelope.
• Perform ground testing to evaluate performance of FCS elements.
• Support flight testing and post flight analysis of FCS for aeroelastic aircraft.
• Documentation of work to build the knowledge base of the company.
• Execute tasks independently and be responsible for deliverables.
• Support team members to meet project requirements & deadlines.

Must have skills

• 2+ years of experience in flight dynamics modeling, flight simulation development and/or control law design.
• Strong foundation in flight mechanics, mathematical modeling, and fundamentals of guidance, navigation and control.
• Strong foundation in Control law design (or) estimator filter design, (or) development of guidance algorithms.
• Familiarity with aeroelasticity and implications on flight control systems is preferred.
• Flight test experience for FCS evaluation is preferred.
• Control system design using MATLAB, Simulink and other tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Creative problem solving and analytical skills.
• Bachelors or Masters in Aerospace/Aeronautical/Controls engineering with at least 1 degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering