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General Atomics

Flight Controls Engineer

Poway, CA · On-site

Troubleshoot flight control anomalies experienced in fielded systems via flight data analysis and simulation, correlating with flight software operation and generating flight software corrective ...

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Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Analyze flight data and telemetry to characterize aircraft performance, stability, loads, and systems behavior. * Run root cause analysis on anomalies and failures and drive them to resolution.

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We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology ... Stratolaunch is seeking a level I or II Data Analyst to support air-launched hypersonic vehicles.

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You will manage a team of Flight Test Engineers, balancing people leadership with technical ... Drive high-integrity test planning, rigorous execution, and standardized data analysis to generate ...

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Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$276K - $293K/yr

Drive high-integrity test planning, rigorous execution, and standardized data analysis to generate ... The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity ...

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Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekLess than 20 hours per week
CertificationsOften requires relevant data analysis or aviation certificationsMay require similar certifications but less emphasis on full-time credentials
Work EnvironmentFull-time position within airline or aviation companyPart-time role, often freelance or contract-based
Industry UsageCommon in airline operations, aviation analyticsUsed for project-based or supplemental analysis

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Flight Controls Engineer

General Atomics

Poway, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

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Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
GA-ASI has an exciting opportunity for a Flight Controls Engineer Production Programs to support our Flight Technologies group in in San Diego (Poway), CA. The guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) engineer will focus on flight controls and support world class production Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) programs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform GNC-related tasks for varying levels of aircraft modifications, including requirements development, software integration and validation, simulation analysis to support airworthiness risk assessment, flight test planning, and analysis of flight data.
  • Evaluate the impact to Flight Controls from system changes, such as new external payloads and software updates, utilizing linear and non-linear analyses, piloted simulation, SIL/HIL testing, and ground/flight testing.
  • Ensure new developments comply with system requirements, legacy system performance, and follow industry best practices.
  • Troubleshoot flight control anomalies experienced in fielded systems via flight data analysis and simulation, correlating with flight software operation and generating flight software corrective actions.
  • Analyze the aerodynamic characteristics of existing aircraft to ensure current flying qualities performance is maintained.
  • Comfortable interacting with disciplines closely related to Flight Controls, such as Aerodynamics, Structures, Test Engineers, and Systems Engineers.
  • Occasional travel to flight test facilities to support ground and flight test activities.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Degree in aerospace/aeronautical, electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrates a growing technical understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.
  • Above-average documentation and communication skills.
  • Coding in C or C++ programming language.
  • MATLAB scripting.
  • Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with unmanned air vehicles.
  • Simulink model programming.
  • Automatic code generation using MathWorks' toolset.
  • Coding in Python programming language.

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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