Senior Controls Engineer

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. Lead the development of flight control systems, including design and analysis of control laws for aerodynamic surfaces .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $144,179 - $201,850 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design and analysis of flight control systems, with a strong focus on hypersonic and transonic flight dynamics. Proven ability to lead technical teams, conduct rigorous testing, and develop comprehensive documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Flight Control System DevelopmentHypersonic Flight DynamicsMATLAB ProficiencyLeadership in GNC EngineeringHardware-in-the-Loop Testing

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Hard Skills

Control Law DesignFlap Actuation Control SystemsSimulation AnalysisTechnical DocumentationModern Control TechniquesC++ ProficiencyPython Proficiency

Soft Skills

Strong LeadershipEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

MATLABSimulink

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in Aerospace EngineeringMaster's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster's Degree in Electrical EngineeringPh.D. in a Related Field (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Flight TestingVehicle Performance AnalysisTrade StudiesTechnical LeadershipMultidisciplinary Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development of flight control systems, including design and analysis of control laws for aerodynamic surfaces
Oversee models and simulations for flap actuation control systems
Conduct analysis and trade studies for vehicle performance in hypersonic reentry and transonic flight regimes
Lead verification and validation through simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and flight testing
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of GNC engineers
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate the flight control system with the overall vehicle
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and analysis reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience in the design, development, and analysis of flight control systems
Demonstrated experience with flap actuation control systems
In-depth knowledge of hypersonic and transonic flight dynamics
Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and other control system design and analysis tools
Strong leadership and communication skills
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Blue’s Standard Background Check required
Preferred: Ph.D. in a related field
Preferred: Experience with the full lifecycle of flight control system development, from concept to flight
Preferred: Hands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing and flight test support
Preferred: Experience with modern control techniques and their application to aerospace vehicles
Preferred: Proficiency in C++ or Python

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four (4) weeks of Paid Time Off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed