Senior Flight Control Systems Engineer

Quest Defense

. Integrate the FBW and Secondary Flight Controls system on the aircraft .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in integrating Flight Control Systems, including FBW and Secondary Flight Controls, while ensuring compliance with ARP4754 and certification processes. Proficient in technical requirements development, testing procedures, and troubleshooting within aerospace engineering.

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FBW System IntegrationFlight Control System CertificationMATLAB/Simulink/StateflowARP4754 ComplianceAerospace Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Flight Control System RequirementsTest Procedure DevelopmentTroubleshooting and Root-Cause AnalysisRedundant FBW ArchitecturesControl Laws and Fault Management

Tools & Technologies

MATLABSimulinkStateflow

Certifications & Qualifications

Part 25 Certification Knowledge

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringAircraft SystemsElectrical SystemsHydraulic SystemsAvionicsAuto-Flight SystemsARP4754AARP4761DO-178CDO-254

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Integrate the FBW and Secondary Flight Controls system on the aircraft
Support development of concepts, design approach, and philosophy with the Flight Control system supplier
Perform and review analyses to evaluate concept feasibility
Develop, validate, and verify Flight Control System technical requirements
Review and prepare technical requirements
Review and prepare test procedures
Execute test-rig and/or aircraft testing
Review and prepare test reports supporting certification activities
Resolve problems arising from in-service aircraft
Perform troubleshooting, root-cause determination, corrective-action definition, and execution
Ensure compliance with the ARP4754 development process
Support trade-off studies and life-cycle cost analysis for future programs
Ensure the design process and equipment implementation align with Bombardier requirements and standards
Work across flight controls, aircraft systems, avionics, electrical systems, software, safety, and verification teams
Provide technical visibility into integration readiness, risks, and verification progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in an aerospace-related field
Experience defining and certifying at least one FBW and/or Secondary Flight Control system
Understanding of system definition, integration, and certification
Knowledge of aircraft systems and interfaces, including electrical, hydraulic, avionics, and auto-flight systems
Working knowledge of Part 25 certification process
Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow simulation environment
Familiarity with ARP4754A/ARP4754B, ARP4761/ARP4761A, DO-178C, and DO-254
Experience with redundant FBW architectures, flight control computers, control laws, sensors, actuators, and fault-management concepts
Up to 25% travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Employer-matched 401(k)
Certification assistance
Clear opportunities for advancement
Flexible, collaborative, and people-first workplace
Competitive pay
Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability coverage
Professional development support
Flexible, friendly workplace