UAV Flight Dynamics & Control Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop flight dynamics models and control architectures for VTOL UAVs.
• Implement, simulate, and optimize control laws for stability, guidance, and navigation.
• Create and maintain mathematical models and simulations for accurate performance predictions.
• Develop and test flight control algorithms in SIL and HIL simulations in various autopilot systems.
• Integrate autopilot systems with onboard avionics, navigation, and mission management software.
• Perform simulation modelling using MATLAB/Simulink and validate with real-world flight test data.
• Analyse performance data from flight tests and iterate control logic to improve response and robustness.
• Collaborate with avionics, mechanical, and software teams for integrated system development.
• Ensure redundancy, safety, and fail-safe mechanisms are incorporated into flight control systems.
• Document control algorithms, system architecture, and validation reports.
• Stay updated on regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Drive innovation in autonomous flight systems, including sensor fusion, adaptive control, and fault-tolerant control techniques.

Experience / Skills:

• Hands-on experience with UAV flight testing and post-flight data analysis.
• Proficient in Ardupilot, Embention Veronte, and other autopilot ecosystems.
• Strong theoretical knowledge in Flight Mechanics, Control Theory, and Stability Analysis.
• Experience in control system development, tuning, and optimization for autonomous flight.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Simulink, and flight simulation tools.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (CAN,UART,SPI,I2C, MAVLink) and embedded systems.
• Experience in trajectory optimization and non-linear, multi-objective optimization techniques.
• Understanding of sensor integration, including GPS, IMUs, air data sensors, and magnetometers.
• Capability to conduct independent feasibility assessments and system architecture reviews.Role & responsibilities