$82,000 – $125,000
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What this role is
A guidance, navigation, and control engineer supporting the design and validation of flight control systems for unmanned aircraft, with responsibilities spanning system development, flight testing, and algorithm implementation. This role suits engineers with aerospace experience who want to work on autonomous vehicle technology across development phases from design through field testing.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
- 3+ years experience in aircraft design, GN&C, flight testing, or systems engineering
- Hands-on development experience with unmanned or manned aircraft systems
- Knowledge of autopilot, flight control, or avionics hardware and software
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to travel up to 20% for flight test support
Nice to have
- Master's degree in engineering
- Experience with Part 23 or Part 27 aircraft certification
- Proficiency with engineering design and simulation tools
- Experience with ground control systems or high-voltage electrical power systems