Control Systems Engineer

AeroVironment • Albuquerque, NM

1d • $91,000 - $129,150

About The Position

Are you ready to shape the future of space-based connectivity? Our Space Technologies division is seeking a talented Control Systems Engineer to join a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team. In this role, you will be an integral part of our cutting-edge Laser Communications Program, designing, testing, and analyzing advanced control systems that enable high-bandwidth optical data transfer across the stars. If you have a passion for precision engineering and want to see your work launch into orbit, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Scientific discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering) from an accredited four-year university.
• Strong academic foundation in classical and state-space control system theory.
• Proven experience in a laboratory environment setting up, testing, and experimenting with control system technologies.
• Experience with high bandwidth control systems design
• Experience working with gimbals and/or other highly actuated mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to translate continuous-time control algorithms into discrete-time systems.
• Must be a US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• High proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Engineering/Science with a specialized research focus in advanced control systems theory.
• Prior experience in aerospace, optical communications, or satellite payload development.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust control algorithms and translate continuous-time control models into high-performing discrete-time implementations.
• Conduct rigorous system identification and performance analysis to optimize precision pointing and tracking.
• Work directly with gimbals and other advanced actuated mechanical systems in a laboratory environment.
• Analyze system-level requirements and conduct hands-on testing and characterization of electro-optic payloads.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K with company matching
• a 9/80 work schedule
• a paid holiday shutdown

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior