Senior Flight Controls Engineer Position at Electra Aero

4 days ago


Manassas, Virginia, United States Electra Aero Full time
About the Opportunity

Electra Aero is seeking a skilled Senior Flight Controls Engineer to join our team in Manassas, Virginia. This exciting opportunity will see you play a key role in the development of the Fly-by-Wire (FBW) flight control system on our technical demonstrator hybrid electric eSTOL aircraft and additional projects.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for engineering support in all aspects of the development of the FBW flight control system, including system architecture, hardware, software, and flight control algorithm development. This will involve setting up simulation models and test environments for control algorithm verification, providing subject matter expertise, technical review, design guidance, and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities
  • Engineering support for the development of the FBW flight control system
  • Setup of simulation models and test environments for control algorithm verification
  • Providing subject matter expertise, technical review, design guidance, and mentoring
  • Developing subsystem and component requirements compatible with safety, performance, and business objectives
  • Managing functional and physical interfaces between the flight control system and the vehicle
  • Leading verification activities (including analysis and testing) for the flight control system
  • Interfacing with customers, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure program alignment
Requirements and Qualifications

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, you will need:

  • A B.S. in Aerospace or related STEM discipline
  • 6 or more years of experience in relevant discipline areas (or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience)
  • Experience supporting the development of aircraft control systems and integrated flight hardware
  • A strong work ethic and ability to independently meet and lead the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions
  • Excellent organization and communication skills
  • Experience with MATLAB / Simulink
Benefits and Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, as well as generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. The salary range for this position is: $81,250.00 – 181,250.00 per year. Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.



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