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UGSI Solutions

Lead Control System Engineer

Ripon, CA · On-site

$98K - $120K/yr

Ripon, CA Job Id: 441 # of Openings: 0 ICS Online. ("ICS") is an industry leader in the manufacturing of custom Industrial Control panels and factory automation systems. ICS works with both end users ...

Nokia

Optical Systems Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site

$147K - $274K/yr

Architecture, design and validation of distributed, link-level optical line system control systems in close co-operation with SW development and test teams * * Development of system design rules and ...

Nokia

Optical Systems Architect

San Jose, CA

$284K/yr

Architecture, design and validation of distributed, link-level optical line system control systems in close co-operation with SW development and test teams * * Development of system design rules and ...

Apple

Camera Control-Systems Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$184K - $324K/yr

... system prototyping, including HW, FW and SW development and automation of measurement procedures Work with multidisciplinary subjects related to control-systems applications in electro-mechanical ...

Apple Inc.

Camera Control-Systems Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$184K - $324K/yr

Measurement system prototyping, including HW, FW and SW development and automation of measurement procedures * Work with multidisciplinary subjects related to control-systems applications in electro ...

LLNL

Control Systems Engineer

Livermore, CA

Provide technical input on control system requirements and designs through formal and informal design reviews, in collaboration with project leaders and team. * Contribute to software and hardware ...

Cypress HCM

Control Systems Engineer

Irvine, CA

$200K - $250K/yr

Develop simulation models (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink) to validate control strategies and optimize system performance. * Analyze physiological signals and sensor data to inform algorithm design and ...

ChargePoint

Power Systems Control Intern

Campbell, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Evaluate and present various control system design approaches, including their respective advantages and trade-offs. * Apply creative problem-solving to define comprehensive test scenarios with well ...

ChargePoint

Power Systems Control Intern

Campbell, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Evaluate and present various control system design approaches, including their respective advantages and trade-offs. * Apply creative problem-solving to define comprehensive test scenarios with well ...

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What is a system control?

System Control jobs involve monitoring, managing, and maintaining the reliable operation of complex systems, such as electrical grids, water distribution networks, or industrial processes. Professionals in this field use advanced software and equipment to ensure systems run efficiently and respond quickly to any issues. They play a critical role in preventing disruptions, optimizing performance, and ensuring safety standards are met. System Control jobs often require technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a system control professional?

To thrive as a System Control professional, you need a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, systems analysis, and a relevant engineering degree or technical certification. Familiarity with SCADA systems, PLC programming, and industry-standard control software is commonly required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you respond quickly to system issues and coordinate with team members. These competencies ensure reliable system operations, minimize downtime, and support safe, efficient performance in critical infrastructure environments.

How does a system control professional typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

System Control professionals often work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of critical systems. Regular communication is necessary to coordinate planned outages, respond to system alerts, and implement operational improvements. This role may also involve participating in cross-functional meetings to discuss system performance, troubleshoot issues, and develop strategies for optimizing processes. Effective collaboration ensures smooth workflows and minimizes downtime, making teamwork a key aspect of the position.

What is the difference between System Control vs Control Room Operator?

AspectSystem ControlControl Room Operator
Required credentialsTypically requires technical certifications or training in control systemsOften requires operational training and sometimes certifications in safety procedures
Work environmentOperates in control centers managing complex systems like power plants or manufacturing linesWorks in control rooms monitoring and managing equipment in industrial or utility settings
Employer and industry usageCommon in utilities, manufacturing, and energy sectorsPrevalent in utilities, transportation, and industrial facilities

System Control and Control Room Operator roles share similarities in monitoring and managing systems, but System Control often involves overseeing complex, integrated control systems with specialized certifications, while Control Room Operators focus on operational oversight and safety procedures within specific facilities.

What can you do with system control?

A system control professional manages and monitors computer systems, networks, or industrial processes to ensure proper operation and security. They may configure hardware and software, troubleshoot issues, and implement system updates, often using specialized tools and following safety protocols.

What cities in California are hiring for System Control jobs?

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Infographic showing various System Control job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Control Actuation System Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Furientis
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Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Own the fin control actuation system, including motor, gear train, output shaft, position sensor, and servo control law.

  • Size the actuator components and specify drive electronics and embedded firmware in collaboration with Avionics, and perform bench tuning.

  • Develop and execute testing procedures such as dyno characterization, hardware-in-the-loop integration, and environmental qualification, and oversee the subsystem from prototype to flight.

Job description

America is critically deficient in production of defensive munitions- we currently produce shipborne interceptors in the few hundreds per year while our adversaries are producing offensive threats in the tens of thousands per year. Furientis was started to help solve this problem- introducing a new class of cost-effective, high production rate, interceptor missiles. We're seeking motivated individuals who internalize this problem and are eager to apply their past experience in similar industries (aerospace, defense, automotive/racing, robotics) and out of the box thinking to solve this problem for the US and its allies.
About the Team

Vehicle Engineering owns the missile as a physical object from design through flight: structures, mechanical integration of the full subsystem stack, and the build.

About the Role

You will own the fin control actuation system: motor sizing, gear train, mechanical design, servo control law, dyno characterization, hardware-in-the-loop integration, and environmental qualification. Drive electronics are designed by Avionics and embedded firmware by Avionics software, both to your spec; you close the loop with them on the bench. Hands-on from clean-sheet design through ground test and flight. For someone who has taken a tactical-class actuator from sizing through hardware-in-the-loop and flight, ideally on a missile, munition, or guided projectile.

What You'll Do
  • Own the fin actuation system across the F-series airframe: motor, gear train, output shaft, position sensor, and the servo control law that ties them together.
  • Size the motor and gear train against aero hinge moments, slew rate, and stall torque across the Mach envelope. Defend bandwidth and authority against autopilot requirements.
  • Spec the actuator drive electronics with Avionics: power stage, current sensing, position interface, and motor-bus partitioning.
  • Spec the embedded servo firmware with Avionics software: current loop, position loop, command interface, and fault handling. Review the implementation and tune from the bench.
  • Stand up the actuator dyno from zero: load fixture, instrumentation, automated test sequences, and frequency-response and step-response characterization.
  • Run hardware-in-the-loop with the flight computer and GNC autopilot. Close the loop against the plant model and the integrated airframe.
  • Own environmental qualification of the actuator stack: shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, and EMI.
  • Take the subsystem from prototype through and flight, including post-flight teardown and data review.
  • Make the cost call on every gear set, magnet, sensor, and connector. Pick the simplest part that meets the requirement.
Skills We're Hiring For
  • B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Mechatronics Engineering. M.S. preferred.
  • 7+ years owning electromechanical actuators from sizing through bench validation and integration, with at least one actuator taken through hardware-in-the-loop or flight.
  • Hands-on mechanical design of compact actuators: motor selection, gear trains, output shafts, bearings, and packaging under aero and shock load.
  • Fluency with brushless motor characteristics end-to-end: PMSM and BLDC, commutation, current control, and sensored or sensorless schemes.
  • Servo-loop fluency: frequency response, bandwidth, phase margin, anti-windup, friction and backlash compensation. Can tune a real actuator, not only simulate one.
  • Working fluency with motor-drive electronics and embedded servo firmware sufficient to spec requirements to Avionics and partner on tuning at the bench.
  • MATLAB/Simulink or Python for plant modeling and controller design.
  • Hands-on bench discipline: dyno setup, frequency-response characterization, fault injection, and environmental testing.
Bonus Points For
  • Direct flight experience on a tactical missile, munition, interceptor, or guided projectile control actuation system.
  • Hands-on experience writing motor-control firmware or designing motor drive boards. Useful for tuning the loop across the interface with Avionics.
  • High-shock and high-vibration actuator qualification: launch loads, gun-launched munitions, or hard-impact events.
  • Hinge-moment characterization or actuator-load modeling alongside an aerodynamicist.
  • Production transition: moved an actuator from prototype to volume manufacturing, including factory acceptance test flow.
  • Vendor management across the motor, magnet, gearing, sensor, and connector supply chain.
  • Familiarity with insensitive munitions and tactical-missile qualification environments.
  • Hobbyist drone, robotics, motorsport, or model-rocketry build and flight experience that translates to packaging and field-handling intuition.

Eligibility & Logistics Location: On-site at our Los Angeles, CA HQ; remote work is not available. Monthly weekend travel for test events and supplier engagements. Clearance: A clearance is not required for this position. Must be a U.S. Person.

Equal Opportunity & Export Compliance Furientis is an equal-opportunity employer. To comply with U.S. export control laws, employment is contingent on eligibility to access export-controlled information.

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