What are the responsibilities and job description for the Flight Controls Research Engineer position at MSR Technology Group?
WE ARE HIRING | Flight Controls Research Engineer
MSR Technology Group has been recognized as an Inc. 500/5000 company for seven consecutive years!
We are urgently seeking a talented and innovative Flight Controls Research Engineer for an exciting long-term aerospace research and development opportunity.
Position Details
- Job Title: Flight Controls Research Engineer
- Location: Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (Onsite)
- Work Location: 1555 Woodridge, Ann Arbor, MI
- Duration: Long-Term Contract
- Pay Rate: $42/hour on W2 Benefits
About the Opportunity
Join an advanced engineering and research initiative focused on developing next-generation flying mobility solutions. You will work on advanced flight control algorithms, complex simulations, prototyping, wind tunnel evaluations, and real-world flight testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and validate flight control algorithms for tethered and untethered lightweight flying mobility vehicles.
- Work with electric propulsion systems and advanced flight control technologies.
- Develop, optimize, and maintain multi-body simulation models.
- Support prototyping, wind tunnel evaluations, and real-world flight testing.
- Analyze flight test data and improve system performance.
- Support sensor development, testing, and integration.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a closely related field. Master's degree candidates with significant relevant experience will also be considered.
- Strong research background and hands-on experience in flight control systems.
- Experience with both multirotor drones and fixed-wing aircraft.
- Practical experience with embedded systems and microcontrollers such as Raspberry Pi and Arduino.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Model Predictive Control (MPC).
- Knowledge of Sensor Fusion and Extended Kalman Filters (EKF).
- Hands-on experience building, developing, and piloting RC airplanes and custom drones.
- Experience with flight simulations, wind tunnel evaluations, and real-world flight testing.
Interested Candidates – Apply Now!
If your background and experience align with this opportunity, please share your updated resume.
Recruiter: Sravan
Email: sravan@msrtechnologies.com
Feel free to share this opportunity with your professional network or refer qualified candidates!
MSR Technology Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Salary : $42