Control Systems EngineerThinKom Solutions • Hawthorne, CA, US
Control Systems Engineer
ThinKom Solutions • Hawthorne, CA, US
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionMS / 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 MATLABTM analysis & 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 and within 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 Experienced 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 Knowledge of gyros desired Technically proficient in MS Office products Interpersonal skills to effectively work with people internally as well as working effectively with suppliers and customers Ability to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written form Must have substantial problem solving abilities Follow ThinKom corporate policies and design procedures Must be eligible to obtain and hold a US DoD security clearance 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
Job Description
Job Description
Salary : 90,000 - 140,000
Job Summary :
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.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities :
- Works 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
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Physical Demands :
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.
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Control Engineer • Hawthorne, CA, US