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Boeing · 2 days ago

Controls Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Kirtland, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$92K/yr - $124K/yr

2+ years exp

Boeing is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is seeking an Associate or Mid-Level Controls Engineer to join their team at the Starfire Optical Range. The role involves developing and optimizing control solutions for advanced electro-optical systems, supporting the R&D mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory.

AerospaceIndustrial

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop high-fidelity mathematical models of dynamic systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical, thermal processes) using first-principles physics and empirical system identification techniques

Analyze system behavior, including stability, linearity, and transient/steady-state responses

Design, develop, and implement advanced control strategies

Utilize industry-standard tools (primarily MATLAB/Simulink) for control system simulation, analysis, and rapid prototyping

Conduct extensive simulations to verify algorithm performance, stability, and robustness under various operating conditions and disturbances

Develop and execute Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) tests for algorithm validation

Perform rigorous tuning and optimization of control parameters to achieve desired system performance metrics (e.g., accuracy, speed, response time, energy efficiency, disturbance rejection)

Analyze data from real-world systems to refine and improve control algorithms

Collaborate closely with software/firmware engineers to translate complex control algorithms into executable code (e.g., C/C++, VHDL) for embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or FPGA platforms

Create detailed control system design specifications, mathematical derivations, simulation reports, and validation plans

Qualification

MATLABSimulinkControl algorithmsC/C++PythonAdvanced control techniquesTeam collaborationProblem solvingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

2+ years with MATLAB and Simulink (including toolboxes like Control System Toolbox, MPC Toolbox, Optimization Toolbox, Simscape, Stateflow)

Must be willing to work variable shifts; including day, evening, night, and weekends

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a 'U.S. Person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. 'U.S. Person' includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Preferred

3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Active U.S. TS/SCI Security Clearance

3+ years in at least one relevant programming language (e.g., C/C++, Python) for algorithm implementation or data analysis

3+ years of professional experience in designing, modeling, and implementing advanced control algorithms for dynamic systems

Experience with at least two or more advanced control techniques (e.g., MPC, LQR, robust control, adaptive control)

Background in developing robust control systems for telescopes, addressing challenges in pointing accuracy, vibration suppression, and thermal stability