GNC Engineer III

TALENT Software Services; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services seeks a highly qualified controls and localization specialist to design, simulate, and validate control systems for ground vehicles. You will contribute to algorithms, model validation, and documentation, collaborating with a team of GNC engineers.

Preferred candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with specialization in Controls and Localization, with 4–7 years of relevant experience and strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, and

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s or PhD degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Controls and Localization.
• 4-7 years of relevant industry experience.
• Must be Proficient in: StateSpace Control, StateOfArt Controllers, Localization.
• Must have Experience in: Designing Controls & Localization algorithms, Detailed Documentation, Python or C/C++/ROS.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop controls and localization algorithms for ground vehicles.
• Model mechanical and electrical systems to simulate derived controls solutions.
• Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions.
• Document designs and analysis in company report format.
• Synthesize controls solutions to problems of interest to the company.
• Simulate mechanical, electrical, etc. systems to verify derived controls solutions.
• Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions.
• Document important results in company report format.
• Advise and assist GNC Engineers as needed.
• Publish research in conference proceedings and journals.
• Provides technical leadership in the controls area.
• Assists in writing proposals that require controls solutions.

Skills

StateSpace Control

StateOfArt Controllers

Localization

Detailed Documentation

Python

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Controls and Localization

Tools

Python

C/C++

ROS

Job description

Job Summary

Solve challenging controls and localization problems using state-of-the-art techniques. Develop simulations to prove controls designs. Work with a team of engineers to implement and validate controls solutions on unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs). Designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of controls products. Familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures within the GNC realm. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May report to an executive or a manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

• Design and develop controls and localization algorithms for ground vehicles.
• Model mechanical and electrical systems to simulate derived controls solutions
• Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions
• Document designs and analysis in company report format
• Synthesize controls solutions to problems of interest to the company
• Simulate mechanical, electrical, etc. systems to verify derived controls solutions
• Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions
• Document important results in company report format
• Advise and assist GNC Engineers as needed
• Publish research in conference proceedings and journals
• Provides technical leadership in the controls area
• Assists in writing proposals that require controls solutions
• Requires a Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Controls and Localization
• 4-7 years of relevant industry experience
• Must be Proficient in:
• StateSpace Control
• StateOfArt Controllers
• Must have Experience in:
• Detailed Documentation
• Python or C/C++/ROS

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Design and develop controls and localization algorithms for ground vehicles.
• Model mechanical and electrical systems to simulate derived controls solutions
• Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions
• Document designs and analysis in company report format
• Synthesize controls solutions to problems of interest to the company
• Simulate mechanical, electrical, etc. systems to verify derived controls solutions
• Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions
• Document important results in company report format
• Advise and assist GNC Engineers as needed
• Publish research in conference proceedings and journals
• Provides technical leadership in the controls area
• Assists in writing proposals that require controls solutions
• Patent Client controls methods

Essential Education, Work Experience, Job Skills

• Requires a Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Controls and Localization
• 4-7 years of relevant industry experience
• Must be Proficient in:
• StateSpace Control
• Localization
• StateOfArt Controllers
• Must have Experience in:
• Designing Controls & Localization algorithms
• Detailed Documentation
• Python or C/C++/ROS

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position at a computer workstation constantly throughout the workday.
• Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Ability to effectively complete job responsibilities on computer monitors.
• Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information in person, via phone, and through other electronic means.
• Able to traverse an office environment.