Control Systems Engineer

ThinKom Solutions, Inc. · Hawthorne, United States

Overview

This position is responsible for designing, testing and analyzing control systems for motion stabilized RF antenna systems, and for developing and maintaining MATLAB/C software analysis tools. Individual shall also be responsible for test, data collection, and real-time software verification.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an integrated product team under the direction of a lead Controls Engineer and Program Manager


• May support multiple programs/products simultaneously


• Provide effective and efficient design support as the lead controls engineer during the conceptual design, detailed design, integration, and test phases of a product development program, with the goal of achieving on-time completion of assigned tasks


• Prepare and present design and analysis summary material during internal and external design reviews


• Support antenna control system testing and integration


• Support production in the calibration of antennas and sensors and in the design of procedures to efficiently collect and process data


• Support business development activities by providing assistance during proposal efforts and remote demonstrations


• Document controls and software designs using company records retention procedures


• Additional responsibilities may include system integration, data collection, and miscellaneous product support


• Other tasks, as assigned from time to time

Qualifications / Skills and Experience

• MS or PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Controls Systems Engineering


• 5+ years of experience in the field of Controls Engineering and software design desired, but not mandatory


• Extensive system design experience, including definition of product requirements


• Experience in design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of control systems


• Extensive experience with MATLAB analysis and simulation tools


• Experience with coordinate transforms and quaternions


• Skilled at data collection, data analysis and presentation and plotting


• Experience with embedded software coding and algorithm development using the C programming language in an Object-Oriented Programming environment


• Experience with the electronics that comprise the control system highly desired


• Experience with the mechanical aspects of control systems (friction, bearings, vibration, thermal effects on structures and sensors) highly desired


• Experience in writing detailed test plans and procedures


• Experience with inertial stabilization and control of antennas or other sensors


• Knowledge of brushless DC motor control desired


• Technically proficient in MS Office products

Language Skills

• Interpersonal skills to effectively work with people internally as well as with suppliers and customers


• Ability to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews

Other Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written form


• Must have substantial problem solving abilities


• Follow ThinKom corporate policies and design procedures

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain and hold a US DoD security clearance

Physical Demands

• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time


• This position uses a computer terminal to access, input, and retrieve data


• This position may be subject to interruptions that may cause a change in immediate priorities and/or work focus


• While performing duties to this position, employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and/or bend


• May occasionally lift and/or move files or boxes up to 40 pounds


• May be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hours


• May be required to sit for extended lengths of time


• Must be able to work in an environment that may be subjected to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials and chemicals

Salary Range - $90,000 - $140,000

ThinKom offer generous benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401k Matching (4%), PTO, paid Holidays and Bonus Plan.

ThinKom Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

ThinKom Solutions is a Drug and Alcohol free working environment with a zero-tolerance policy.