GNC Engineer III

Role: GNC Engineer III

Location: Logan, Utah (Onsite)

Duration: 12+ Months

Solve challenging controls and localization problems using state-of-the-art techniques. Develop simulations to prove controls designs.

Work with a team of engineers to implement and validate controls solutions on unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs).

Designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery.

May be responsible for the installation and technical support of controls products.

Familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures within the GNC realm.

Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Works under immediate supervision. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May report to an executive or a manager.

A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and develop controls and localization algorithms for ground vehicles.

Model mechanical and electrical systems to simulate derived controls solutions

Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions

Document designs and analysis in company report format

Synthesize controls solutions to problems of interest to the company

Simulate mechanical, electrical, etc. systems to verify derived controls solutions

Aid in the testing and debugging of implemented controls solutions

Document important results in company report format

Advise and assist GNC Engineers as needed

Publish research in conference proceedings and journals

Provides technical leadership in the controls area

Assists in writing proposals that require controls solutions

Patent Client controls methods

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB SKILLS

Requires a Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Controls and Localization

4-7 years of relevant industry experience

Must be Proficient in:

State Space Control

Localization

State Of Art Controllers

Must have Experience in:

Designing Controls & Localization algorithms

Detailed Documentation

Python or C/C++/ROS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to remain in a stationary position at a computer workstation constantly throughout the workday.

Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

Ability to effectively complete job responsibilities on computer monitors.

Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information in person, via phone, and through other electronic means.

Able to traverse an office environment.