What are the responsibilities and job description for the GNC Engineer position at Zone 5 Technologies?
Join us at Zone 5 Technologies where innovation and cutting-edge technology drive pioneering advancements in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Based in the vibrant city of San Luis Obispo CA, we're seeking talented individuals to join and contribute to our growing team.
We thrive on pushing boundaries and inventing solutions to real-world challenges. Join a community of forward-thinkers who collaborate to create impactful products with a global reach. Our team, consisting of engineers and professionals, is prepared to overcome new frontiers and deliver innovative solutions in the field of unmanned aircraft systems.
The GNC Engineer V / VI is a senior-level individual contributor role responsible for leading the design, development, and optimization of advanced guidance, navigation, and control systems for UAS. This position involves driving innovation in flight controls software, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver cutting-edge UAS technologies. Engineers in this role will contribute to strategic initiatives, ensure high performance in flight control systems, and lead efforts from concept to flight testing.
Responsibilities :
- Technical Leadership : Lead the design, analysis, and development of flight controls software for Group 1 to 4 UAS.
- Software Development : Architect and implement advanced software components for deployment to flight tests.
- Simulation Expertise : Oversee the creation and execution of high-fidelity SWIL and HWIL simulations to validate system performance.
- Advanced Modeling : Develop and refine complex models in Matlab / Simulink, ensuring accuracy and performance optimization.
- Controls Analysis : Perform advanced stability and performance analyses, providing guidance on control system optimization.
- Mentorship : Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering technical growth and team collaboration.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Drive effective communication and alignment across engineering disciplines to meet project objectives.
- Innovation and R&D : Lead research initiatives in advanced flight control methodologies, embedded systems, and auto-code generation.
- Documentation and Review : Produce comprehensive technical documentation and lead peer review processes to ensure quality and compliance.
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Pay range for this role
170,000 - $220,000 USD
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Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!
Salary : $170,000 - $220,000
