{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"291d4e97dabfd1aec4e2de41","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/291d4e97dabfd1aec4e2de41","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/291d4e97dabfd1aec4e2de41","title":"Flight Control Engineer","description":"Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually\n\nQuantum Systems Inc. is a global leader in aerial intelligence and autonomous, AI-powered aerial robotics. We design, develop, manufacture and deliver eVTOL Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and an ecosystem of related products and services. Our business directly addresses the Defense and Security markets in North America, Asia Pacific and Latin America. We currently have an opening for a Flight Control Engineer III . This position will report to the Software Engineering Manager.\n\nWe are seeking a Flight Control Engineer III with deep expertise in quad‑copter dynamics, control algorithms, and real‑time flight‑control systems. In this role, you will design, implement, and tune the core control loops that govern stability, maneuverability, and autonomous behavior for our next‑generation UAS platforms. You will work closely with embedded software engineers, autonomy teams, and hardware designers to ensure that aircraft performance is precise, predictable, and robust across a wide range of mission profiles and environmental conditions.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDevelop and refine flight‑control algorithms for multirotor aircraft, including attitude control, rate control, position control, and trajectory tracking.\n\nModel, simulate, and analyze quad‑rotor flight dynamics, including nonlinear behavior, actuator limits, and aerodynamic effects.\n\nTune PID, LQR, MPC, or other control architectures for stability, responsiveness, and robustness.\n\nIntegrate and validate sensor inputs (IMU, magnetometer, barometer, GPS, optical flow, LiDAR) for state estimation and control.\n\nCollaborate with hardware teams to characterize propulsion systems, ESC behavior, and motor dynamics.\n\nConduct simulation‑based testing using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Gazebo, PX4 SITL, or custom environments.\n\nSupport flight testing, data analysis, and iterative tuning to optimize real‑world performance.\n\nDevelop tools for logging, telemetry analysis, and automated performance evaluation.\n\nParticipate in system‑level architecture discussions for autonomy, navigation, and mission‑planning integration.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.\n\n3+ years of experience developing flight‑control algorithms for multirotor or fixed‑wing UAS.\n\nStrong understanding of rigid‑body dynamics, control theory, and state estimation.\n\nHands‑on experience with quad‑copter flight dynamics, including actuator modeling and sensor integration.\n\nProficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or C/C++ for algorithm development and analysis.\n\nExperience implementing control algorithms on embedded systems or flight‑control stacks.\n\nFamiliarity with PX4, ArduPilot, or custom autopilot architectures.\n\nAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance may be required depending on program needs.\n\nMust be a U.S. citizen for export‑controlled technology.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience with advanced control methods (MPC, adaptive control, nonlinear control).\n\nBackground in sensor fusion (EKF, UKF, complementary filters).\n\nExperience with propulsion system characterization and thrust modeling.\n\nFamiliarity with wind‑disturbance modeling, gust rejection, and robustness analysis.\n\nExperience with HIL testing, simulation frameworks, or automated flight‑test pipelines.\n\nKnowledge of autonomy frameworks, mission‑planning tools, or swarm‑control concepts.\n\nExperience with safety‑critical systems or aerospace certification processes.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Quantum Systems","rawCompany":"quantum systems","city":"Moorpark","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T03:31:28.546Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.08","title":"Robotics Engineers","slug":"robotics-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Flight Control Engineer","description":"Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually\n\nQuantum Systems Inc. is a global leader in aerial intelligence and autonomous, AI-powered aerial robotics. We design, develop, manufacture and deliver eVTOL Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and an ecosystem of related products and services. Our business directly addresses the Defense and Security markets in North America, Asia Pacific and Latin America. We currently have an opening for a Flight Control Engineer III . This position will report to the Software Engineering Manager.\n\nWe are seeking a Flight Control Engineer III with deep expertise in quad‑copter dynamics, control algorithms, and real‑time flight‑control systems. In this role, you will design, implement, and tune the core control loops that govern stability, maneuverability, and autonomous behavior for our next‑generation UAS platforms. You will work closely with embedded software engineers, autonomy teams, and hardware designers to ensure that aircraft performance is precise, predictable, and robust across a wide range of mission profiles and environmental conditions.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDevelop and refine flight‑control algorithms for multirotor aircraft, including attitude control, rate control, position control, and trajectory tracking.\n\nModel, simulate, and analyze quad‑rotor flight dynamics, including nonlinear behavior, actuator limits, and aerodynamic effects.\n\nTune PID, LQR, MPC, or other control architectures for stability, responsiveness, and robustness.\n\nIntegrate and validate sensor inputs (IMU, magnetometer, barometer, GPS, optical flow, LiDAR) for state estimation and control.\n\nCollaborate with hardware teams to characterize propulsion systems, ESC behavior, and motor dynamics.\n\nConduct simulation‑based testing using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Gazebo, PX4 SITL, or custom environments.\n\nSupport flight testing, data analysis, and iterative tuning to optimize real‑world performance.\n\nDevelop tools for logging, telemetry analysis, and automated performance evaluation.\n\nParticipate in system‑level architecture discussions for autonomy, navigation, and mission‑planning integration.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.\n\n3+ years of experience developing flight‑control algorithms for multirotor or fixed‑wing UAS.\n\nStrong understanding of rigid‑body dynamics, control theory, and state estimation.\n\nHands‑on experience with quad‑copter flight dynamics, including actuator modeling and sensor integration.\n\nProficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or C/C++ for algorithm development and analysis.\n\nExperience implementing control algorithms on embedded systems or flight‑control stacks.\n\nFamiliarity with PX4, ArduPilot, or custom autopilot architectures.\n\nAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance may be required depending on program needs.\n\nMust be a U.S. citizen for export‑controlled technology.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience with advanced control methods (MPC, adaptive control, nonlinear control).\n\nBackground in sensor fusion (EKF, UKF, complementary filters).\n\nExperience with propulsion system characterization and thrust modeling.\n\nFamiliarity with wind‑disturbance modeling, gust rejection, and robustness analysis.\n\nExperience with HIL testing, simulation frameworks, or automated flight‑test pipelines.\n\nKnowledge of autonomy frameworks, mission‑planning tools, or swarm‑control concepts.\n\nExperience with safety‑critical systems or aerospace certification processes.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-06-17T03:31:28.546Z","dateModified":"2026-06-17T03:31:28.546Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Quantum Systems","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Moorpark","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"291d4e97dabfd1aec4e2de41"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/291d4e97dabfd1aec4e2de41"}}