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Aerospace Flight Control Engineer

2 months ago

Denver, Colorado, United States Merlin Labs Full time

Company Overview:

Merlin Labs is a pioneering company in the field of autonomy, dedicated to creating innovative software solutions for advanced transportation systems. Our goal is to engineer both hardware and software that enable aircraft to operate autonomously and efficiently. Our flagship product aims to automate existing fixed-wing aircraft with certified systems.

Candidate Profile:

We are seeking a skilled flight controls simulation engineer who is passionate about contributing to the development of self-flying aircraft. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fixed-wing aircraft and be well-versed in both classical and contemporary control methodologies. Proficiency with industry-standard tools is essential, as is a keen interest in applying these tools to novel applications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop simulation tools essential for the design and testing phases, including aircraft nonlinear modeling (6-DOF) through system identification techniques.
  • Utilize prior experience to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of aircraft flight dynamics and modeling methodologies.
  • Engage in flight testing and data analysis to validate aircraft dynamics, actuator performance, and Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) modeling.
  • Integrate and fine-tune automatic flight control systems for various aircraft within our autonomy framework.
  • Draft high-level and low-level requirements for automated flight control functions tailored to different aircraft types.
  • Assess control law performance across multiple aircraft platforms.
  • Design, test, and validate Simulink control law and system logic models in accordance with company development standards, participating in certification processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative, certifiable systems that address complex challenges in aviation and autonomy.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in developing aircraft simulations utilizing system identification from flight test data to expedite the design and evaluation of flight control systems.
  • Proven experience in developing and certifying control systems for fixed-wing aircraft, with a solid grasp of flight dynamics and integration tasks.
  • Ability to break down system requirements into both high-level and low-level specifications, with knowledge of defining integration and performance criteria for automatic flight control systems.
  • Experience in Model-Based Development and certification of flight control systems, including proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools.
  • Experience in designing, implementing, and testing software for real-time applications.
  • Familiarity with developing certified software under RTCA DO-178 standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or Controls.
  • Experience in analyzing military guidance materials for implications on flight safety and automatic control system design.
  • Flight test experience, including writing test plans and integrating automated flight control systems into various aircraft to validate models and control system performance.
  • Possession of a pilot's license.
  • Experience in Agile development environments utilizing open-source software tools.

At Merlin Labs, we foster an innovative and collaborative startup culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, unlimited vacation, and a 401k plan with matching contributions. Being part of our team means engaging in professional growth while collectively striving to achieve our mission.

Merlin Labs is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks.