Control Systems Engineer

Job Title

Electrical Engineer II

Brook Park, Ohio

NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC)

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 seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide control systems engineering support for NASA GRC’s Transformational Tools and Technologies’ Alternative Propulsion Focus Area, which develops next‑generation hybrid propulsion technologies. The role will rapidly conduct analyses, designs, assemblies, integrations, ground test and flight test cycles to evaluate novel solutions, and create a rapid, novel system design methodology for hybrid propulsion by leveraging open‑source software and AI tools.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Designing and testing control systems for complex multi‑actuator configurations.
• Modifying custom control allocation (mixers) on the open‑source PX4 platform and handling version control.
• Using Matlab UAV toolbox, autocode, and hardware deployment.
• Prototyping and physically integrating electromechanical systems (multiple motors/EDFs, thrust‑vectoring servos, aerodynamic control surfaces).
• Integrating and interpreting data from various navigation sensors.
• Conducting systematic testing and troubleshooting on integrated ground test beds.
• Documenting test bed operations, hardware integration, and experimental outcomes, including photography and videography.

• Hands‑on experience designing and testing control systems.
• Practical experience with the open‑source PX4 platform, version control, and custom control allocation for multi‑actuator systems.
• Experience with Matlab UAV toolbox, autocode, and hardware deployment.
• Experience prototyping and integrating complex electromechanical systems.
• Ability to integrate and interpret data from navigation sensors.

• Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and systematic testing skills.
• Solid understanding of CAN bus architecture (DroneCAN protocol) and knowledge of redundant RF communication.
• Strong technical documentation skills.

• 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.
• Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Holidays Your: }