Senior Engineer, Flight Controls - X-BAT (R4814)
Shield AIDallas, TexasFull TimeEngineering
Remotely
pythonsimulationmatlab/simulinkgncflight controls6dof
Job Description
📋 Description
- Contribute to the XBAT flight control system for stable, robust performance across all flight
- Collaborate with propulsion, aero, actuation, sensors, and autonomy teams to ensure integrated 6DOF
- Support flight test operations and rapid iteration between flights.
- Develop flight control laws and validation workflows for multiple regimes.
- Build high-fidelity 6DOF simulation environments for control development and predictions.
🎯 Requirements
- 5+ years in flight controls / GNC on real flight vehicles.
- Experience in vehicle modeling and simulation for 6DOF environments.
- Proficiency in C++, MATLAB/Simulink, and/or Python.
- Strong background in aircraft flight dynamics and 6DOF simulation.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; S//SAR clearance desired.
🎁 Benefits
- Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
- Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package
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