Mid-Level or Sr. GNC Controls Engineer

$110k

Full-time

Kforce has a client in Orem, UT looking for a Mid-Level or Senior Algorithm GNC Controls Engineer for a hybrid, full-time role. The Engineer will develop advanced guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for Avionic Military platforms. This role focuses on system identification, modeling, simulation, and low-level control systems with opportunities for flight testing and next-generation autonomous avionic system development. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment. Company offers a competitive compensation package including base salary and equity. This position is Hybrid Remote. Responsibilities:

Develop and tune control, estimation, and autonomy algorithms for Avionic systems
Perform system identification, modeling, and simulation of multirotor platforms
Improve simulation fidelity and evaluate system performance
Plan and support flight test campaigns
Collaborate with software and hardware teams on complex technical challenges
BS/MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Mechatronics or related field
A background in GNC, or Controls Engineering, or Robotics, or Autonomous Systems
Experience with control theory (PID, LQR, MRAC, MPC) would be ideal
Experience working with actuators, motors, and embedded control systems would be ideal
Hands-on experience implementing and tuning low-level control loops
Expertise in system identification and dynamic modeling
Proficiency in C++ and/or Python are a plus (Will also look at other object oriented programming languages)
Ideal Candidate: hands-on controls Engineer who enjoys working close to the hardware, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can translate real-world system behavior into robust control algorithms
Keywords: GNC Engineer, Controls Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Autonomy Engineer, Control Systems, Drone, UAV, System Identification, Modeling, Simulation, PID, LQR, MPC, C++, Python, ArduCopter, PX4, ROS2

Preferred Qualifications:

ArduCopter, PX4, or ROS2
Experience with Kalman filters, state estimation, trajectory generation, or GPS-denied navigation
Simulation and modeling experience
GNC or Robotics, or UAVs or other autonomous systems background

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