Mechatronics & Controls Engineer - Aerospace Actuation Lead

RTX (Raytheon); Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Counseling services

Wellness program

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Senior Principal Mechatronics & Controls Engineer to lead motion control development for aerospace seat actuation systems. You will define algorithms, model systems, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver robust, compliant solutions while ensuring safety and performance in challenging environments.

Responsibilities include designing control strategies, validating models, and coordinating with suppliers to meet ARP/DO-178/DO-160 standards.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree with 10+ years experience or an advanced degree with 7+ years.
• Experience in control algorithm development, motor control and drive systems, mechatronic or electromechanical actuation systems, and system modeling and simulation.
• Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering programs.
• Background in control theory, dynamic modeling, and numerical methods.
• Experience with multi-actuator or robotic systems, including synchronization, multi-axis control, kinematics, and dynamics modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced motion control algorithms, including position, velocity, torque, trajectory generation, adaptive control, and load sensing.
• Design and validate control strategies for multi-actuator systems, synchronized motion, load sharing, and fault-tolerant behavior.
• Build and utilize dynamic models to support robust control algorithm development.
• Define motor, actuator, and drive system performance, including torque-speed profiles, thermal characteristics, efficiency, and environmental considerations.
• Architect end-to-end mechatronic systems involving mechanical components, BLDC/servo motors, sensors, and drive electronics.
• Lead system trade studies related to actuators, power systems, EMC, stability, redundancy, and dynamics.
• Define and execute verification and validation strategies for algorithm performance, robustness, and fault handling.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards such as ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-160, DO-178, and ARP5526.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve technical challenges and ensure system-level integration.

Skills

Control theory

Dynamic modeling

Multi-actuator control

System engineering leadership

Embedded C/C++

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Cameo (MBSE)

Job description

RTX Collins Aerospace in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Senior Principal Mechatronics & Controls Engineer to lead motion control development for aerospace seat actuation systems. You will define algorithms, model systems, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver robust, compliant solutions while ensuring safety and performance in challenging environments.

Responsibilities include designing control strategies, validating models, and coordinating with suppliers to meet ARP/DO-178/DO-160 standards.