Control Systems Engineer

Control Systems Engineer – Electrical Engineer II, NASA Glenn Research Center, Brook Park, Ohio

HX5 is an award‑winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast‑growing veteran‑ and woman‑owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking an individual for its Electrical Engineering department to provide control systems engineering support to NASA’s Glenn Research Center (GRC) Transformational Tools and Technologies’ Alternative Propulsion Focus Area which develops next‑generation hybrid propulsion technologies by innovating solutions for key next‑generation hybrid electric propulsion sub‑systems. The development strategy includes rapidly conducting analyses, designs, assemblies, integrations, ground test and flight test cycles to evaluate the potential of novel solutions.

A key goal of this work is to create a rapid, novel system design methodology for next‑generation hybrid propulsion through identifying and evaluating open‑source software packages and artificial intelligence packages that have the potential to accelerate design cycles from idea to hardware flight implementation.

• Must have hands‑on experience designing and testing control systems.
• Practical experience with the open‑source PX4 platform, version control, and modifying custom control allocation (mixers) for complex multi‑actuator configurations.
• Experience with Matlab UAV toolbox, Matlab autocode and hardware deployment.
• Experience prototyping and physically integrating complex electromechanical systems, such as multiple motors/EDFs, thrust vectoring servos, and aerodynamic control surfaces.
• Ability to integrate and interpret data from various navigation sensors.

• Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and systematic testing skills required to safely conduct experimental demonstrations on integrated ground test beds.
• Solid understanding of CAN bus architecture (DroneCAN protocol) for reliable internal data routing, and familiarity with redundant RF communication integration.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including using photography and videography to accurately record test bed operations, hardware integration, and experimental outcomes.

• Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with 2 to 5 years of experience.
  • Master’s degree with 0 to 2 years of experience.

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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