Flight Control Law Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Flight Control Law Engineer (Aerospace): Designing and implementing flight control laws for automated aviation systems with an accent on autotaxi, takeoff, and landing sequences. Focus on developing simulation models, integrating C/C++ flight software, and ensuring system performance and stability for high-integrity safety-critical applications.

Location: Must be based in Mountain View, California

Salary: $155,000 – $215,000

Company

hirify.global is building safety-enhancing automated aviation technology to transform the future of air transportation.

What you will do

• Design and analyze flight control laws from conceptual design through implementation and certification.
• Develop simulation models to evaluate flight control system performance and stability.
• Implement control laws and algorithms in flight software using C/C++.
• Test flight software in simulation, Monte Carlo, hardware-in-loop, and flight environments.
• Interface with pilots and operations teams to develop flight test plans and communicate design updates.
• Perform simulation analysis and data reduction using Python.

Requirements

• BS in aerospace engineering, robotics, or equivalent field.
• 3+ years of professional experience developing and testing flight control algorithms.
• Professional experience with C/C++ flight software and Python for data analysis.
• Must be a U.S. person or otherwise permitted to access export-controlled technology.
• Experience with flight dynamics simulation and model identification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to have

• MS in aerospace engineering, robotics, or similar advanced degree.
• Current pilot, instrument, or commercial ratings.
• Experience with flight controls, autopilot, or flight management system certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven team working on life-saving aviation technology.
• Opportunity to work on high-integrity, safety-critical systems.
• Collaborative environment with experts from aerospace, robotics, and self-driving car industries.
• Competitive compensation package including equity.
• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.