Autopilot & Flight Control Systems Engineer

Iascorp; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Iascorp in Exton, Pennsylvania is hiring an engineer specializing in aircraft flight control systems. The position necessitates close collaboration with avionics and systems engineering teams to develop, analyze, and support flight control functionalities, including manual and autopilot controls.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in control theory, experience with autopilot systems, and a degree in a relevant engineering field. This role requires U.S. citizenship due to compliance with export control laws.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5 years of experience in avionics, flight controls, or aircraft systems engineering.
• Ability to read and understand system schematics and block diagrams.
• Pilot license and/or flight test exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and supports aircraft flight control systems.
• Collaborates with engineering teams to ensure integration.
• Tracks engineering tasks and supports performance issue investigations.

Skills

Strong foundation in classical and modern control theory

Solid understanding of aircraft flight dynamics

Experience with autopilot system design

Familiarity with model-based design

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Education

BS, MS or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Requirements management tools (IBM DOORS)

Job description

Iascorp in Exton, Pennsylvania is hiring an engineer specializing in aircraft flight control systems. The position necessitates close collaboration with avionics and systems engineering teams to develop, analyze, and support flight control functionalities, including manual and autopilot controls.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in control theory, experience with autopilot systems, and a degree in a relevant engineering field. This role requires U.S. citizenship due to compliance with export control laws.