Rotorcraft Flight Controls And Handling Qualities Engineer (senior, Airworthiness)
CFD Research Corporation
Redstone Arsenal, AL, United States
On-site
Flight control law design
Matlab/simulink
Rotorcraft flight dynamics
CFD Research Corporation is seeking a Senior Rotorcraft Flight Controls and Handling Qualities Engineer to support the US Army's airworthiness mission at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in flight control law design and strong analytical skills, with a focus on rotorcraft systems
Job Summary
The engineer in this role provides support to the Army airworthiness mission in areas of Flight Control Systems and Handling Qualities.
Responsibilities include reviewing Army and performer documents, analyzing proposed designs, and presenting technical recommendations to government leads.
CFD Research offers competitive salaries, an employer matching 401(k), Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and a comprehensive insurance package.
Matching Summary
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CFD Research Corporation is seeking a Senior Rotorcraft Flight Controls and Handling Qualities Engineer to support the US Army's airworthiness mission at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in flight control law design and strong analytical skills, with a focus on rotorcraft systems.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
flight control law design
MATLAB/Simulink
rotorcraft flight dynamics
handling qualities evaluation
airworthiness substantiation
Nice-to-have
working relationships with stakeholders
technical writing skills
CONDUIT and CIFER familiarity
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
6 years or more experience in flight control law design
Bachelor + 12 years, Master + 10 years, Ph.D. + 7 years experience
Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance