Controls Engineer (Aerospace)

Company

hirify.global Corp. is building infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy, focusing on energy distribution and high-bandwidth optical data in Low Earth Orbit.

What you will do

• Design and implement motor control systems for electrically actuated valves and pumps.
• Develop automated sequences for propellant fill, drain, vent, and conditioning operations.
• Architect and implement closed-loop control for fluid system parameters across propulsion and thermal subsystems.
• Perform system modeling and simulation to validate control strategies and tune controller gains.
• Develop fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) logic to ensure safe operations.
• Support propulsion hot-fire testing and ground system commissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering, mechatronics, or automation for hardware systems.
• Proficiency in embedded programming (C/C++) for real-time control applications.
• Experience with motor control (BLDC, stepper, or brushed) and feedback control loops (PID).
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual to comply with ITAR regulations.
• Role is based in the Greater Seattle Area and requires on-site presence.

Nice to have

• Experience with PLC/PAC programming or custom sequencing engines.
• Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or LabVIEW for modeling.
• Familiarity with aerospace communication protocols (CAN, RS-422, EtherCAT, SpaceWire).
• Experience with cryogenic fluid handling and harsh environment electronics.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $165,000 – $190,000 annually.
• Equity in hirify.global Corp.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and paid parental leave.
• Daily lunch in the office and fully stocked kitchen.
• Relocation assistance available if applicable.