Control Systems Engineer

Taara • Sunnyvale, CA

153d • $160,000 - $210,000

About The Position

Taara is seeking a Control Systems Engineer responsible to define and implement the next generation pointing and tracking algorithms for wireless optical communication systems. The position seeks highly-motivated individuals that enjoy working in a small dynamic team environment, with a passion for solving challenging problems that can lead to high-impact advances in technology.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a STEM field such as Robotics, CS, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field, with a strong foundation in controls.
• Completed coursework in control systems theory, convex optimization, calculus / differential equations, linear algebra, or their equivalents.
• 3+ years of experience implementing control systems using a variety of hardware: sensors, actuators, microprocessors, general analog or digital electronics.
• Hands-on experience developing dynamic models and simulations for electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience with control systems research, or guiding applications such as: motion control, robotics, optimization, signal processing or time-series analysis.
• Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages, including but not limited to: Python, C/C++, Golang, Matlab, Simulink.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in the Sunnyvale office at least 3 days per week.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D in a STEM field such as Robotics, CS, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field, with an advanced foundation in controls.
• Experience with advanced control theory techniques such as advanced/nonlinear control systems theory, optimal control theory, robust control theory, online optimization, multi-system coupling, linear and nonlinear stability analysis, and stochastic control techniques.
• Experience with state estimation techniques, such as Kalman filtering (EKF, UKF) for sensor fusion and noise rejection.
• Experience with implementing control systems using a variety of hardware: sensors, actuators, microprocessors, high-speed digital electronics.
• Real-world experience with control systems: algorithmic trade studies to determine best path forward; deployed in hardware; creating detailed simulations; conducting analytical system analysis.
• Deep understanding of practical (real-world implementation) differences between linear and nonlinear control systems, their implications, and understanding techniques for optimizing performance in either.
• Experience with reinforcement learning (RL) to model complex nonlinear systems, optimize the control system performance, enhance decision-making and predict maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Develop next-generation control algorithms for high-bandwidth, high-accuracy tracking systems.
• Develop and implement active and passive vibration control strategies to reject external disturbances.
• Prototype solutions through algorithmic research, simulation, hardware implementation, and field validation.
• Define the hardware and software architecture and perform the sensor and actuator selection and characterization.
• Design and conduct field experiments to rigorously test and validate system performance against key metrics in real-world environmental conditions.
• Work closely with various teams to balance short-term and long-term priorities and tasks to maximize project learnings.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest control system technologies and trends.
• Own the design of a controller architecture for a unique application that will be implemented on thousands of autonomous products in the field.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $160,000 - $210,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees