Controls Engineering Manager

Controls Engineering Manager

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Position Overview:
We are looking for a Controls Engineering Manager to lead the development of flight control and stabilization systems for VTOL aircraft and gimbal platforms. This role blends hands-on control algorithm design with team leadership, helping scale a growing controls team.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and validate control loops for VTOL and gimbal systems.
• Implement embedded C++ best practices for real-time systems.
• Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) simulation environments.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams to define interfaces and run tests.
• Mentor and grow the controls team; lead design reviews and project execution.

Requirements:

• 5+ years designing control algorithms for aerial vehicles, gimbals, or stabilizers.
• Strong C++ skills for embedded systems (ARM Cortex-M, STM32, or similar).
• Deep understanding of 3D kinematics, quaternions, coordinate transformations, and sensor fusion.
• Leadership experience as a technical lead or project owner.

Preferred:

• Experience with PX4 flight stack, MAVLink, QGroundControl integration.
• Proficiency with URDF-based simulation, FreeRTOS/Zephyr, and hardware debugging tools.

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