Control Systems Engineer

Worker Type Regular Job Description. 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.

• Own the full lifecycle—from concept to characterization—of control systems for high-precision opto-mechanical and electro-optic systems.
• 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.

• Education:
  
  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 setting, 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 U.S. Citizen able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• High proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and Microsoft Office suite.

• 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.

Salary range: $91,000 – $129,150.

This position requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR, or be approved for an export license. U.S. citizenship is required for contract obligations.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule and paid holiday shutdown.
• Additional benefits available at

Aero Vironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.