Flight Control Engineer (m/w/d) – UAV Dynamics, Control Systems & Integration

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Job Responsibilities

1. Design and develop advanced flight control algorithms for UAVs, focusing on VTOL aircraft.
2. Implement and optimize control systems (PID, LQR, MPC, adaptive control) for UAV maneuvering.
3. Model and analyze UAV flight dynamics for robust performance.
4. Select and integrate sensors and avionics into UAV platforms.
5. Develop real-time state estimation algorithms for UAV positioning and navigation.
6. Work on fault-tolerant flight control architectures for resilience in GPS-denied and EW-contested environments.
7. Optimize VTOL propulsion systems for smooth transitions between hover and fixed-wing flight.
8. Conduct HIL and SIL testing to validate flight control strategies.
9. Ensure compliance with aviation safety and UAV standards (FAA, EASA, MIL-STD, ITAR, NATO STANAGs).

Your Profile

1. 5+ years of experience in flight dynamics, UAV control systems, or aerospace engineering.
2. Strong expertise in control theory, flight modeling, and UAV aerodynamics.
3. Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C++, or Rust.
4. Experience with PX4, ArduPilot, ROS2, Pixhawk, and real-time flight software frameworks.
5. Hands-on experience in sensor selection, avionics integration, and embedded UAV electronics.
6. Knowledge of real-time flight stability algorithms, adaptive control, and failure recovery mechanisms.

Nice to Have

1. Experience in hybrid UAV propulsion systems.
2. Background in AI-enhanced flight control and reinforcement learning for UAV autonomy.
3. Knowledge of military UAV flight standards, stealth aerodynamics, and electronic warfare resilience.

Additional Qualities

1. Creative, systematic design thinking and disciplined execution.
2. Servant leader mindset, prioritizing team success.
3. High moral standards and work ethic.
4. Extra-curricular achievements valued.
5. Intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile.
6. Fluent in English; nationality of a NATO member or close ally required.
7. Ability to obtain security clearance.

Why Us?

Join us to shape the future of AI-driven defense! We encourage you to apply even if you don\’t meet all criteria 100%. We look forward to your application via our online form.

About Us

We are a defense-tech startup specializing in machine vision solutions, based in Munich, Berlin, and Toulouse, with plans to expand. We embrace hybrid work, valuing both in-office collaboration and remote autonomy.

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