Senior Flight Control Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking a Senior Flight Control Engineer for their Boulder, Colorado facility. The role involves leading the development of Flight Control Laws, contributing to both linear and nonlinear design, and enhancing existing processes for flight control systems. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in fly-by-wire programs, possess a strong academic background in Aeronautical Engineering, and exhibit excellent communication skills. This position offers a chance to work on advanced aerospace technologies in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in Flight Control Law development in fly-by-wire programs.
• Industry experience with aircraft electronic flight control systems.
• Background in aerodynamics and flight dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Own Flight Control Laws development from requirements to testing.
• Contribute to control architectures and design.
• Improve processes, methods, and tools for flight control.

Skills

Flight Control Laws development

Expert-level knowledge of fixed-wing handling qualities

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS / MS in Aeronautical Engineering or related fields

Tools

Git

DOORS

Jama

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Flight Control Engineer in our Boulder, Colorado facility.

Key Accountabilities

• Own Flight Control Laws development activities from requirements flown down, implementation up to integration and testing
• Contribute to control architectures from high level needs and characteristics
• Contribute to linear design – trimming and linearizing flight dynamics models, control laws synthesis and linear analyses
• Contribute to nonlinear design and verification, and clearance testing
• Actively work on improving processes, methods, and tools for flight control

Requirements

• BS / MS in Aeronautical Engineering or related fields
• 10+ years of professional experience in Flight Control Law development in fly-by-wire programs
• Expert-level knowledge of fixed-wing handling qualities.
• Industry experience with and understanding of aircraft electronic flight control systems.
• Background in aerodynamics and flight dynamics (understand the physics you want to control).
• Version Control and Requirements Management: experience with version control systems like Git and requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama. Ability to maintain traceability and manage complex datasets is crucial.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interface with senior leaders, partners, and suppliers with clarity and confidence.
• Attention to Detail: a meticulous approach to ensure the accuracy and completeness of engineering artifacts.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.