Senior Motion Planning and Control Engineer,
MotionalSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
$160,000 – $200,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AerospaceIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or a related field, and have at least eight years of hands-on professional experience developing and testing flight control algorithms. Experience with flight dynamics simulation and model identification is essential, as is professional experience with developing C/C++ flight software and Python data reduction and analysis. Current pilot, instrument, or commercial ratings are preferred, along with a PhD in a relevant advanced degree.
Responsibilities
As a Sr. Flight Control Law Engineer, you will be responsible for establishing autoflight and flight control system requirements, interfacing with pilots and operations teams to develop flight test plans and communicate design updates, designing and analyzing flight control laws from conceptual design through implementation and certification, developing simulation models to evaluate system performance, implementing control laws in flight software, and testing flight software through various methods including simulation, Monte Carlo, hardware-in-loop, and flight. You will also be responsible for performing data reduction and analysis in a Python and C/C++ environment, and integrating real-world hardware and C/C++ flight software into ongoing flight test programs.
Skills
C/C++
Python
Flight control algorithms
Simulation modeling
Hardware-in-loop testing
Flight software development
Data analysis
Autotaxi
Auto-takeoff
Autoland
Reliable Robotics
Develops automation technology for aircraft
About Reliable Robotics
Reliable Robotics develops automation technology for aircraft, focusing on making flying safer, more accessible, and more affordable through autonomous operations. Their systems are designed for both cargo operators and passenger airlines, specifically targeting small (Part 23) and larger (Part 25) aircraft. The company emphasizes a 'certification forward' approach, ensuring that their automated systems meet regulatory standards early in development, which enhances safety and reliability. They have successfully demonstrated fully automated operations for small aircraft and are working on commercializing this technology for broader use. Reliable Robotics generates revenue by selling or licensing their automation systems and may also provide maintenance and support services. Led by co-founder and CEO Robert W. Rose, who has a strong background in aerospace and robotics, the company aims to significantly impact the aviation industry by improving the efficiency and safety of air travel.
Key Metrics
Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$165.9MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Automotive & Transportation, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees