Zone 5 Technologies
Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer III/IV
San Luis Obispo, California, United States · Mid · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$135k-$167kDetected 12 days ago
MATLABCode ReviewEmbedded SystemsAvionicsMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringSimulinkCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.
- Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!
Responsibilities
- Design, analyze, and build flight controls software for groups 1 to 4 UAS
- Develop software components for deployment to flight test
- Create and modify software modules in the Zone 5 avionics suite
- Perform controls analysis to assess stability and performance
- Design ground tests to verify the function of new features
- Support integration and test of aircraft for flight test
- Conduct peer reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in flight controls engineering for UAS
- Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
- As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system.
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
Nice to have
- Master's degree in aerospace engineering or related field
- Experience with Group 1-4 UAS flight controls software design
- Knowledge of embedded systems and auto-code generation
- Ability to mentor and train junior engineers
- Level III - $135,000 - $167,000
- Level IV - $167,000 - $197,000
- What's in it for you:
Skills
- Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Compensation
- Level III - $135,000 - $167,000
- Level IV - $167,000 - $197,000
- Pay range for this role
- $135,000 - $197,000 USD
- 12 annual company holidays
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
- 4 weeks of paid time off each year
Company info
- Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you.
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