Controls Matlab & Simulink Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level, or Lead)

Boeing Co.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National security impact

Advanced telescopes

Own core app

Collaborative team

Professional development

Job summary

The Boeing Company seeks a Controls Matlab & Simulink Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level, or Lead) to join the Starfire Optical Range team in Albuquerque, NM. The role focuses on developing control solutions for electro-optical systems, with responsibilities spanning modeling, simulation, and real-time validation.

Candidates should have 2+ years in Control Theory and MATLAB/Simulink, plus the ability to obtain/maintain U.S. security clearances.

Qualifications

• Requires active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (or ability to obtain) and eligibility for Top Secret Clearance.
• 2+ years of experience with Control Theory and Design.
• 2+ years with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mathematical modeling, simulation, and data analysis.
• Analyze system behavior, including stability, linearity, and transient/steady-state responses.
• Design, develop, and implement advanced control strategies.
• Develop and validate control algorithms in MATLAB and Simulink.
• Create, control, and instrument real-time applications from Simulink models.
• Deploy models on real-time platforms like Speedgoat or NI.

Skills

Control Theory

MATLAB

Simulink

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Controls Matlab & Simulink Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level, or Lead)

Company: The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate, Mid-Level, or Lead Controls Matlab & Simulink Engineer (Level 2, 3, or 4) to join our exclusive team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

We are seeking a highly skilled individual with experience in Controls and Matlab/Simulink. This role will support the hardware, firmware, and software development of electro-optical systems. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in technology using cutting-edge equipment at a historically significant site.

This position supports the R&D mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities. The site houses telescope research facilities ranging in size from 0.5m up to 3.5m with advanced optical systems. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the supporting the development, optimization, and maintenance of control solutions.

Benefits of working at Starfire Optical Range:

• Your contributions will directly impact the advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities, a critical mission for our national security
• You’ll have the opportunity to work with world-class telescopes and advanced optical systems
• You’ll assumeownershipfor the architecture, development, and long-term health of a key application
• You’ll be part of a supportive enthusiastic team of experts in various fields
• We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for learning and advancement

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on mathematical modeling, simulation, and data analysis
• Analyze system behavior, including stability, linearity, and transient/steady-state responses
• Design, develop, and implement advanced control strategies
• Analyze data from real-world systems to refine and improve control algorithms
• Design, develop, and validate advanced algorithms in MATLAB and Simulink
• Develop and execute Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) tests for algorithm validation
• Create, control, and instrument real-time applications directly from Simulink models
• Deploy models on real-time simulation platforms like Speedgoat, or National Instruments

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at of the listed location option.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience)

• This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
• This position requires ability to obtain U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance or equivalent (Post Start)
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 2+ years of experience with Control Theory and Design
• 2+ years with MATLAB and Simulink
• Must be willing to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Mid-level (Level 3): 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Lead (Level 4): 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
• Ph.D. in a relevant engineering (controls) discipline
• Experience with at least two or more advanced control techniques (e.g., MPC, LQR, robust control, adaptive control)
• Strong mathematical foundation, including linear algebra, differential equations, and optimization theory
• Deep theoretical understanding of classical and modern control theory, including state-space methods, frequency response, stability analysis, and robust control concepts
• 1+ years of experience in C/C++ for embedded software development
• 1+ years of experience with Speedgoat real-time target computers and I/O modules
• 1+ years of experience with MATLAB App Designer
• Experience in designing and implementing control algorithms

Conflict of Interest