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Lead Next-Generation Aviation Innovation as a Technical Expert – Flight Control Laws Design & Development

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an elite Technical Expert – Engineering, Flight Control Laws Design & Development to join our team in partnership with a leader in the aviation industry. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of Fly-By-Wire aircraft systems through advanced control law development, simulation, certification, and flight performance optimization. If you are a seasoned aerospace engineer with deep expertise in controls design and flight dynamics, this is the role where your ideas will move aviation forward.

Job Title: Technical Expert, Engineering, Flight Control Laws Design & Development
Job Type: Contractor, Contractor-to-Hire, or Direct Placement
Locations: Wichita, USA

Your Impact

As a Technical Expert in Flight Control Laws, you will lead the design and advancement of control systems that define aircraft handling, safety, stability, and performance. Your expertise will directly influence next-generation aircraft development, research initiatives, certification programs, and in-service product enhancements.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and improve new and existing Flight Control Laws (CLaws) and supporting assessment tools using MATLAB and C++

• Support autopilot, navigation, and control law development for research and development programs

• Define and refine control laws and system requirements

• Perform validation and verification (V&V) for updates and new control law designs

• Deliver control laws in compliance with DO-178B and SAE ARP4754 standards

• Design pilot-in-the-loop control laws based on handling qualities, structural envelope protection, performance, and aircraft-level requirements

• Evaluate system failures, aircraft stability, and performance using simulations, analytical methods, pilot-in-the-loop testing, and flight test data

• Support integration of control laws into test rigs and supplier hardware platforms

• Collaborate cross-functionally with avionics, systems, flight test, certification, and supplier teams

• Drive innovation in advanced flight control methodologies for future aircraft programs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering (PhD preferred)

• Minimum 10 years of experience developing Flight Control Laws for Fly-By-Wire aircraft

• Deep expertise in aircraft flight dynamics and aerodynamics

• Strong knowledge of classical and modern control system design techniques for SISO and MIMO systems

• Experience with advanced control law methods and evaluation techniques

• Strong understanding of aircraft stability, handling qualities, and pilot-in-the-loop control systems

• Knowledge of DO-178B standards, certification processes, and software verification methods

• Advanced proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and aircraft/system modeling tools

• Strong programming skills in MATLAB scripting and C++

• Fluent in written and spoken French and English

• Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Aerospace Engineering

• Experience with Kalman filtering and state estimation techniques

• Background supporting flight test programs or certification campaigns

• Experience integrating control laws with Collins, Thales, NRC, CMC, or similar hardware platforms

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect world-class engineering talent with industry leaders redefining aerospace excellence. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexible hiring options: contract, contract-to-hire, or direct placement

• Hybrid work flexibility in Montreal

• Opportunity to lead cutting-edge Fly-By-Wire innovation programs

• Work alongside top aerospace engineers and global technology partners

• Competitive compensation based on experience and employment type

• Career advancement through high-visibility technical leadership opportunities

• A collaborative culture that values innovation, expertise, and professional growth

Ready to Define the Future of Flight?

If you’re ready to bring your flight controls expertise to a role where innovation meets impact, apply today and elevate your career with PDS Tech Commercial.

Pay Details: $91.69 to $117.26 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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