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Flight Controls Engineer Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Merlin Labs

OR

$220K - $290K/yr

Partner with Flight Ops, Flight Controls, Avionics, Software, and Product Systems Engineering to establish and hold interface agreements, ensuring every team understands what it owes and what it is ...

Merlin Labs

OR

Partner with Flight Ops, Flight Controls, Avionics, Software, and Product Systems Engineering to establish and hold interface agreements, ensuring every team understands what it owes and what it is ...

Merlin Labs

Staff Systems Engineer, Integration

OR · On-site +1

$180K - $240K/yr

You are a very experienced systems engineer involved in systems integration, requirements ... Specific experience in the area of Automatic Flight Controls, Flight Management, or Display Systems.

Merlin Labs

Staff Systems Engineer, Integration

OR · On-site +1

$166K/yr

You are a very experienced systems engineer involved in systems integration, requirements ... Specific experience in the area of Automatic Flight Controls, Flight Management, or Display Systems.

K2 Space

OR

$190K - $260K/yr

This push for flight readiness will motivate thorough analysis, leading to updates to both the GNC ... This includes mission design, precision pointing and controls analysis, constellation development ...

Alaska Airlines

Line Aircraft Technician

Portland, OR

$44.16/hr

... Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the M&E division, this ... flight controls, electrical, landing gear) from the flight deck. * Ensure that a clean, safe, and ...

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Alaska Airlines

Line Aircraft Technician

Portland, OR

$44.16/hr

... Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the M&E division, this ... flight controls, electrical, landing gear) from the flight deck. * Ensure that a clean, safe, and ...

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Alaska Airlines

Line Aircraft Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

$44.16/hr

... Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the M&E division, this ... flight controls, electrical, landing gear) from the flight deck. * Ensure that a clean, safe, and ...

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New Charter Technologies LLC

OR

$110K - $130K/yr

You will configure and manage security controls across AI-enabled environments, including data loss ... We're the architects of change, fostering an environment where bold ideas take flight, and ...

New Charter Technologies LLC

OR

$90K - $100K/yr

... supporting security controls under established standards. You must demonstrate strong ... We're the architects of change, fostering an environment where bold ideas take flight, and ...

Panthalassa

Senior Prototype Engineer

Portland, OR

$125K - $165K/yr

... flight hardware * Use CAD to design prototypes, fixtures and assemblies * Help other engineers with ... Experience working with industrial controls and fluid systems * Work and communicate well with ...

Panthalassa

Senior Prototype Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

... flight hardware * Use CAD to design prototypes, fixtures and assemblies * Help other engineers with ... Experience working with industrial controls and fluid systems * Work and communicate well with ...

Panthalassa

Senior Prototype Engineer

Portland, OR

$125K - $165K/yr

... flight hardware * Use CAD to design prototypes, fixtures and assemblies * Help other engineers with ... Experience working with industrial controls and fluid systems * Work and communicate well with ...

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

$103K - $129K/yr

You will execute any in-flight projects, leading the development of technical and commercial inputs ... Work with GOS engineering, resource, and supply chain management teams to deliver project ...

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How much do flight controls engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight controls engineer in Oregon is $86.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81.83 and $96.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Flight Controls Engineer?

Flight Controls Engineers spend their days developing, testing, and refining control systems that manage an aircraft’s stability and response. They often work closely with multidisciplinary teams including software developers, test pilots, and systems engineers to design algorithms and validate performance both in simulation and on real hardware. Regular tasks may include modeling flight dynamics, analyzing data from test flights, troubleshooting system anomalies, and preparing technical documentation. This role requires a high level of attention to detail and collaboration to ensure that flight control systems meet stringent safety and reliability standards.

What is a Flight Controls Engineer job?

A Flight Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing flight control systems that manage an aircraft's behavior in flight. This includes working on software, hardware, and control laws to ensure stability, performance, and safety. They collaborate with aerospace engineers, pilots, and regulatory agencies to meet industry standards. Their role often involves simulation, modeling, and real-world testing to refine control systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Flight Controls Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Controls Engineer, you need a strong background in aerospace engineering, control systems theory, and experience with flight dynamics modeling, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink, control law development tools, and industry certifications such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license or familiarity with DO-178C/DO-254 standards is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills help distinguish high performers in collaborative aviation environments. These skills are essential to ensure the safe, reliable design and integration of advanced flight control systems in modern aircraft.

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Infographic showing various Flight Controls Engineer job openings in Oregon as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $180,850 per year, or $86.9 per hour.

Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer - Systems Safety

Garmin International, Inc.

Salem, OR • On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Garmin rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 156 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Overview
We are seeking a full-time Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer - Systems Safety for Garmin's Salem, OR location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership in development or certification of avionics installations. This position requires an aviation background.
Essential Functions
  • Provide leadership for the certification aspects of Garmin aircraft certification projects through coordination with the FAA, internal Garmin groups and outside customers to ensure well planned, efficient and timely aircraft systems implementation, development and FAA certification
  • Serve in leadership capacity to develop and/or certify complex STCs designs including all aspects such as installation design/interconnect, safety considerations, etc.
  • Create or review STC certification plans for projects, including determining affected Federal Aviation Regulations and certification basis based on similar projects
  • Create or review test reports, analyses, and other compliance data for projects of medium complexity
  • May serve as project lead, technical lead, or certification lead for projects of medium complexity or for complex designs that are significant redesigns of existing STC projects
  • Demonstrate solid understanding of STC certification process and associated regulations
  • Revise procedures/create new procedures and logically define project documentation structure
  • Coordinate with outside customers to understand/meet their expectations consistently
  • Coordinate internal Garmin groups to communicate, execute and meet project goals and work effectively with design/development teams to complete complex projects
  • Understand design and/or certification constraints
  • Provide reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques
  • Serve as a mentor to less experienced aircraft systems engineers (Aircraft Systems Engineer 1 & 2)
  • Provide engineering support for the development of system safety documents

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Previous experience working in avionics design, installation and FAA certification
  • Must be detail-oriented and work proactively and effectively with some supervision support
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
  • Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations applicable to avionics and flight controls certification efforts
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of the FAA STC process
  • Demonstrated understanding of commercial avionics interface standards and their installation
  • Demonstrated clear understanding of the FAA system safety process
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Demonstrated advanced knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas: Electrical Systems, Structures, Mechanical Systems, System Safety, HIRF/Lightning, and/or Aircraft Certification

Desired Qualifications
  • A background with aircraft systems, aircraft maintenance or modification
  • Knowledge of FAA regulations applicable to avionics and flight controls certification efforts particularly those associated with system safety such as 23.1309
  • Pilot's license or Pilot-in-training
  • FAA DER, Candidate DER, or previous ODA Unit Member authorization
  • Prior experience in project, program, and people management

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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