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
Skills and/or Experience Needed:
- MS/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
Language Skills:
- 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
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.