Flight Control Research Engineer
Job in
Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan, 48113, USA
Listing for:
Akraya Inc.
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-11-07
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Robotics, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Primary Skills
- Flight Control Systems Design (Advanced)
- Multi-body Simulation (Intermediate)
- Embedded Systems (Intermediate)
- Sensor Fusion (Intermediate)
- Model Predictive Control (Intermediate)
Contract Type: W2 Contract Duration: 12 Months
Location:
Ann Arbor MI (#LI-Onsite) Pay Range: $30.00 - $40.00 Per Hour
This role involves pioneering research and development for next-generation flying mobility vehicles. You will be instrumental in designing and validating advanced flight control algorithms for electric propulsion systems. The position requires hands‑on involvement throughout the development lifecycle, from simulation to real‑world flight testing.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and test advanced flight control algorithms for novel aerial vehicles.
- Enhance and maintain complex simulation models for accurate performance prediction.
- Provide engineering support during flight tests and analyze flight data.
- Contribute to the integration and validation of sensor systems.
- Iterate on designs based on simulation, wind tunnel, and flight test results.
- Ph.D. in a relevant engineering field or Master's with substantial experience.
- Proven experience in flight control system research for drones and aircraft.
- Practical experience with embedded systems and microcontrollers.
- Experience in aerospace engineering, particularly with unmanned aerial vehicles and advanced control systems, is highly preferred for this role.
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