Control Systems Engineer

ThinKom Solutions, Inc.; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k Matching (4%)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Bonus Plan

Job summary

A leading technology company in California seeks an experienced Controls Engineer responsible for designing, testing, and analyzing control systems for RF antenna systems. The ideal candidate will hold an MS or PhD in a related field and have at least 5 years of experience, particularly with MATLAB tools. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Controls Engineering and software design preferred.
• Experience with mechanical aspects of control systems desired.
• Skilled at data collection, analysis, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Design support during conceptual and detailed design phases.
• Support antenna control system testing and integration.
• Prepare and present design summaries during reviews.

Skills

Experience with MATLAB analysis and simulation tools

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Extensive system design experience

Knowledge of brushless DC motor control

Experience with embedded software coding in C

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Controls Systems Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

MS Office

Job description

Overview

This position is responsible for designing, testing and analyzing control systems for motion stabilized RF antenna systems, and for developing and maintaining MATLAB/C software analysis tools. Individual shall also be responsible for test, data collection, and real-time software verification.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an integrated product team under the direction of a lead Controls Engineer and Program Manager


• May support multiple programs/products simultaneously


• Provide effective and efficient design support as the lead controls engineer during the conceptual design, detailed design, integration, and test phases of a product development program, with the goal of achieving on-time completion of assigned tasks


• Prepare and present design and analysis summary material during internal and external design reviews


• Support antenna control system testing and integration


• Support production in the calibration of antennas and sensors and in the design of procedures to efficiently collect and process data


• Support business development activities by providing assistance during proposal efforts and remote demonstrations


• Document controls and software designs using company records retention procedures


• Additional responsibilities may include system integration, data collection, and miscellaneous product support


• Other tasks, as assigned from time to time

Qualifications / Skills and Experience

• MS or PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Controls Systems Engineering


• 5+ years of experience in the field of Controls Engineering and software design desired, but not mandatory


• Extensive system design experience, including definition of product requirements


• Experience in design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of control systems


• Extensive experience with MATLAB analysis and simulation tools


• Experience with coordinate transforms and quaternions


• Skilled at data collection, data analysis and presentation and plotting


• Experience with embedded software coding and algorithm development using the C programming language in an Object-Oriented Programming environment


• Experience with the electronics that comprise the control system highly desired


• Experience with the mechanical aspects of control systems (friction, bearings, vibration, thermal effects on structures and sensors) highly desired


• Experience in writing detailed test plans and procedures


• Experience with inertial stabilization and control of antennas or other sensors


• Knowledge of brushless DC motor control desired


• Technically proficient in MS Office products

Language Skills

• Interpersonal skills to effectively work with people internally as well as with suppliers and customers


• Ability to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews

Other Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written form


• Must have substantial problem solving abilities


• Follow ThinKom corporate policies and design procedures

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain and hold a US DoD security clearance

Physical Demands

• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time


• This position uses a computer terminal to access, input, and retrieve data


• This position may be subject to interruptions that may cause a change in immediate priorities and/or work focus


• While performing duties to this position, employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and/or bend


• May occasionally lift and/or move files or boxes up to 40 pounds


• May be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hours


• May be required to sit for extended lengths of time


• Must be able to work in an environment that may be subjected to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials and chemicals

Salary Range - $90,000 - $140,000

ThinKom offer generous benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401k Matching (4%), PTO, paid Holidays and Bonus Plan.

ThinKom Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

ThinKom Solutions is a Drug and Alcohol free working environment with a zero-tolerance policy.