Flight Controls Systems Engineer 2
Overview
Garmin is seeking a Flight Controls Systems Engineer 2 to design and develop requirements and conduct bench and flight testing in support of development and certification of moderately complex AFCS products.
Responsibilities
- Develop systems requirements for moderately complex autopilot and flight director systems including system performance, interfaces, architecture, and algorithms
- Analyze and test existing systems to determine transport delays and appropriate control system response
- Conduct verification and validation testing in accordance with formal or informal test plans
- Conduct frequency response of servos and systems
- Participate in flight testing to investigate autopilot issues and performance problems
- Develop and conduct test plans, procedures, and results for bench and flight test validation in support of FAA certification
- Determine root cause of problems and recommend design changes
- Perform regression testing as needed
- Develop AFCS system wiring
- Serve as a mentor to less experienced Flight Controls Systems Engineers
- Participate in recruiting and mentoring new associates for AFCS R&D efforts
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or related degree with emphasis in dynamics and controls AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent academics with cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule
- Sound educational background in classical control system theory with ability to apply root locus, Bode, and Nichols principles to flight controls systems design
- Demonstrated knowledge of digital control system theory, sampling theory, and digital filtering
- Working knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink, and Control System Toolbox
- Software development understanding of the C programming language
- Fundamental knowledge of embedded microprocessor applications and electromechanical components
- Detail-oriented with ability to work proactively and effectively with minimal supervision
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast-paced, and challenging environment
- Strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred
- Outstanding academics with cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5
- Experience in flight control design including autopilots, flight directors, or stability augmentation systems
- Experience or education with MATLAB or Simulink design tools
- Software development experience including understanding of DO-178C software requirements
- Pilot’s License
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Variables & Compensation
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development
- Product discounts
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