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Senior Flight Control System Engineer Jobs in Virginia

ARCTICOM LLC

Senior System Engineer

Quantico, VA · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

About this position: Senior System Engineer Location - Remote The Essential Duties and ... and Control Systems such as Multisource Correlator Tracker (MSCT), Common Aviation Command and ...

North Wind

Propulsion System Engineer

Newport News, VA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

... flight testing. Our team drives innovation in high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and ... Propulsion System Engineer (Senior and Principal levels considered) The Propulsion System Engineer ...

VTG

System Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Engineer III provides senior technical leadership for systems engineering across the program ... Identify technical risks/issues and propose mitigations; support configuration and change control ...

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What is the difference between Senior Flight Control System Engineer vs Flight Control System Engineer?

AspectSenior Flight Control System EngineerFlight Control System Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; experience in flight control systemsBachelor's or Master's in related engineering fields; some experience in flight control systems
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and test flight control systems for aircraft or spacecraftAssist in designing and testing flight control components and systems
Industry UsageUsed in aerospace companies, defense contractors, and space agenciesCommonly employed in aerospace and aviation industries

The main difference is experience level and responsibility. Senior Flight Control System Engineers lead design and testing efforts, while Flight Control System Engineers support these activities. Both roles require similar credentials and work in aerospace environments, but seniors typically have more project oversight and expertise.

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Flight Controls & GNC Engineer

Flight Controls & GNC Engineer

Technology Service Corporation (TSC)

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

TSC is seeking a Flight Controls & GNC Engineer to support our operations based in Arlington, VA, to serve as a key contributor for Flight Controls Systems in our Airborne ISR Division. This position is crucial to the success of the Product line's overall safety and performance.

As a key contributor in the Airborne ISR Division, this position is crucial to the overall return on investment for TSC's commitment to technological research and development for the AISR domain. This position will work closely with the Systems Engineering team, front-line Operators, Technical Leads, Program Managers to maximize technology transfer to the market through continuous iterations of development, test, fielding, customer engagement, and sustainment of solutions. Travel may be required up to 50% and will vary depending upon home-basing location.

Asa Flight Controls & GNC Engineer, you can anticipate some of your day-to-day responsibilities to include:

  • Serving as a key focal point for flight control automation. Required to translate information at the technical level and execute multiple parallel technological initiatives at any given time.

  • Executing project tasks within a technical team focused on Flight Controls and GNC Automation encompassing multiple fixed wing platforms.

  • Communicating and accomplishing tasks with cross functional stakeholders in the execution of experimental learning experiences in a HIL/SIL, ground and flight test.

  • Conduct various types of data analysis in support of time sensitive developmental or operational efforts, funneling documented results back into risk management and safety workflows for additional review, procedural or safety bulletins, product support and future technological development projects.

  • Support the development, planning or execution of a variety of test related activities required for internal and customer driven projects, processes, or gate reviews.

Required Qualifications

  • BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Controls engineering or other relevant discipline, plus a minimum two years of direct experience with fixed wing UAS Flight Controls and GNC implementation.

  • US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

  • Demonstrated experience in technical project teams, assessing risk, and executing tasks to maintain the required pace to reach viable technical solutions.

  • Practical experience with development or operational improvement of fixed wing UAS technology.

  • Hands-on experience in software development for flight controls and in guidance, navigation and control for fixed wing systems.

  • Ability to understand automation challenges or gaps, and participate in solutions-based collaborations.

  • Ability to execute operations of hardware-in-the-loop simulators, conducting testing and troubleshooting of HW/SW interfaces. Familiarity with software configuration management tools, version control systems, defect tracking tools, and workflows with peer review required.

  • Ability to individually contribute and execute tasks assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate has more than five years of directly relevant experience in the Required Qualifications and thrives working amongst a team with other highly technical engineers and business-oriented innovators.

TSC Benefits:

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.


This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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