GNC Engineer

Summary

The GNC Engineer I ensures the engineering needs are met and assists in planning and deployment of the design of components and their integration into systems. This role encompasses a multi-disciplinary background to include GN&C (60%), flight testing (20%), PCB Design (5%), Software (5%), and other projects (10%). This role assists in development of technical proposals and project estimates, supports technical and engineering conflicts to resolution and ensures the engineering needs of their assigned product development projects are met.

• Supports the design, development and validation of the flight control system for current and new products
• Supports system interfaces, test and flight test activities from subscale to full scale within perimeter
• Supports implementation of designed flight control algorithms onto the aircraft flight control system hardware
• Supports the preparation and execution of validating the flight control system including analysis (SIL/HIL/iron bird)
• Ensures proper integration and validation of the flight control system together with the avionic system
• Supports the test team as required to explore and validate technical solutions
• Works on problems of limited scope and follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
• Normally receives detailed instructions on all work under general supervision and mentorship
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Up to 2 years of combined experience in aircraft design and/or project management, GN&C, flight testing, systems engineering and program management
• Demonstrated hands-on attitude with a strong development experience
• Has basic knowledge of engineering disciplines and prior experience in the development of any of these systems for manned or unmanned air vehicles:
  Autopilot hardware and software;
  Flight control hardware and software;
  Part 23 & part 27 aircraft certification;
  Ground control communications hardware and software;
  Ground control support equipment;
  Air vehicle subsystems integration & test;
  Air vehicle systems communications hardware and software;
  High voltage electrical power systems
• Travel within the continental U.S. is required to support flight test operations (up to 20%)

• Familiar with office software and computer based productivity tools. Demonstrated competence in engineering processes and design tools
• Familiar with the appropriate design and simulation tools and validation techniques
• Demonstrates strong communication (verbal & written), presentation and collaboration skills
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving, analytical and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well across disciplines. Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one s own interests

• Ability to work in an office and R&D environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

The salary range for this role is:

$89,630 - $127,050

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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