Zone 5 Technologies
Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer V/VI
About this role
Zone 5 Technologies is seeking a seasoned GNC Engineer V/VI to lead the development of innovative guidance, navigation, and control systems for unmanned aircraft systems. This role emphasizes technical leadership, software development, and collaboration across teams to enhance UAS capabilities.
What you'll do
- Lead the design and development of flight controls software
- Architect and implement software for flight tests
- Oversee simulations to validate system performance
- Develop complex models in Matlab/Simulink
- Perform stability and performance analyses
- Mentor junior engineers and promote collaboration
What they're looking for
- Expertise in Matlab/Simulink
- Knowledge of control theory and flight dynamics
- Experience with state estimation and Kalman filtering
- Skills in running and analyzing simulations
- Strong leadership and project management abilities
- Effective communication skills
- Familiarity with UAS flight controls
Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options
- Life insurance and additional benefits
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Zone 5 Technologies
Zone 5 Technologies designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft systems and UAVs, focusing on advanced avionics integration and autonomous flight technologies. The company is hiring Systems Integration & Test Engineers, Systems Engineers, and Continuous Improvement Engineers to develop Hardware-in-the-Loop environments, optimize manufacturing processes, and validate next-generation unmanned aircraft systems.
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