Controls Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Boeing; Kirtland (NM); On-site; USD 91,800 - 151,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid/unpaid time away from work

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Associate or Mid-Level Controls Engineer for their team at the Starfire Optical Range in Kirtland, New Mexico. The role involves developing advanced control strategies and modeling dynamic systems using MATLAB and Simulink. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and have 2+ years of related experience. Competitive pay is offered, with benefits such as health insurance and flexible spending accounts. The position requires varying shifts and is 100% onsite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry.
• 2+ years with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Willingness to work variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-fidelity mathematical models of dynamic systems.
• Analyze system behavior and stability.
• Design and implement advanced control strategies.
• Utilize MATLAB/Simulink for simulation and analysis.
• Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop tests.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

C/C++

Python

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

Control System Toolbox

MPC Toolbox

Optimization Toolbox

Simscape

Stateflow

Job description

Controls Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

We are looking for an Associate or Mid-Level Controls Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to join our exclusive team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This position supports the R&D mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in advancing Space Domain Awareness capabilities. The site houses telescope research facilities ranging in size from 0.5 m to 3.5 m with advanced optical systems. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the development, optimization, and maintenance of control solutions.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop high‑fidelity mathematical models of dynamic systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical, thermal processes) using first‑principles physics and empirical system identification techniques.
• Analyze system behavior, including stability, linearity, and transient/steady‑state responses.
• Design, develop, and implement advanced control strategies.
• Utilize industry‑standard tools (primarily MATLAB/Simulink) for control system simulation, analysis, and rapid prototyping.
• Conduct extensive simulations to verify algorithm performance, stability, and robustness under various operating conditions and disturbances.
• Develop and execute Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) and Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SIL) tests for algorithm validation.
• Perform rigorous tuning and optimization of control parameters to achieve desired system performance metrics (e.g., accuracy, speed, response time, energy efficiency, disturbance rejection).
• Analyze data from real‑world systems to refine and improve control algorithms.
• Collaborate closely with software/firmware engineers to translate complex control algorithms into executable code (e.g., C/C++, VHDL) for embedded systems, real‑time operating systems (RTOS), or FPGA platforms.
• Create detailed control system design specifications, mathematical derivations, simulation reports, and validation plans.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a non‑US equivalent directly related to the work statement.
• 2+ years with MATLAB and Simulink (including toolboxes such as Control System Toolbox, MPC Toolbox, Optimization Toolbox, Simscape, Stateflow).
• Must be willing to work variable shifts, including day, evening, night, and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired)

• 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Active U.S. TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• 3+ years in at least one relevant programming language (e.g., C/C++, Python) for algorithm implementation or data analysis.
• 3+ years of professional experience in designing, modeling, and implementing advanced control algorithms for dynamic systems.
• Experience with at least two or more advanced control techniques (e.g., MPC, LQR, robust control, adaptive control).
• Background in developing robust control systems for telescopes, addressing challenges in pointing accuracy, vibration suppression, and thermal stability.

Shift and Location

This position is variable shift and 100% onsite at the Starfire Optical Range.

Pay and Benefits

Associate (Level 2) Summary pay range: $91,800 – $124,200.
Mid‑Level (Level 3) Summary pay range: $112,200 – $151,800.
Benefits include health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time away from work.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until Jan. 23 2026.

Export Control Requirements

U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) required.

Security Clearance

Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required); a clearance active in the past 24 months is considered active.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.