Control Systems Engineer

AeroVironment; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 91,000 - 129,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision health coverage

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a talented Control Systems Engineer to join our Space Technologies division in Albuquerque, NM. You will be responsible for design, testing, and analysis of advanced control systems that enhance space-based connectivity.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, strong expertise in control systems, and experience with high-bandwidth application. We offer competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong academic foundation in classical and state-space control system theory.
• Proven experience in a laboratory environment setting up, testing, and experimenting with control system technologies.
• Must be a US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust control algorithms and translate continuous-time control models into high-performing discrete-time implementations.
• Conduct rigorous system identification and performance analysis to optimize precision.
• Analyze system-level requirements and conduct hands-on testing of electro-optic payloads.

Skills

Control systems design

Algorithm development

System testing

MATLAB/Simulink

High bandwidth control systems

Mechanical systems integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant scientific discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to shape the future of space-based connectivity? Our Space Technologies division is seeking a talented Control Systems Engineer to join a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team. In this role, you will be an integral part of our cutting-edge Laser Communications Program, designing, testing, and analyzing advanced control systems that enable high-bandwidth optical data transfer across the stars.

Worker Type: Regular

Responsibilities

• Algorithm & System Design: Develop robust control algorithms and translate continuous-time control models into high-performing discrete-time implementations.
• System Identification & Analysis: Conduct rigorous system identification and performance analysis to optimize precision pointing and tracking.
• Hardware Integration: Work directly with gimbals and other advanced actuated mechanical systems in a laboratory environment.
• Requirements & Testing: Analyze system-level requirements and conduct hands‑on testing and characterization of electro‑optic payloads.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Scientific discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering) from an accredited four‑year university.
• Core Theory: Strong academic foundation in classical and state‑space control system theory.
• Hands‑on Experience: Proven experience in a laboratory environment setting up, testing, and experimenting with control system technologies.
• Experience with high bandwidth control systems design
• Technical Expertise: Experience working with gimbals and/or other highly actuated mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to translate continuous‑time control algorithms into discrete‑time systems.
• Must be a US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Tools: High proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Engineering/Science with a specialized research focus in advanced control systems theory.
• Prior experience in aerospace, optical communications, or satellite payload development.

Clearance Level: No Clearance

The salary range for this role is: $91,000 - $129,150.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.