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Senior Flight Control Engineer

Executive Recruiting GroupBoulder, Colorado🇺🇸United StatesPosted 5 Jan 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

As a Senior Flight Control Engineer, you will drive critical flight control law development and contribute to innovative control architectures, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and impact in a renowned aerospace company. This role is ideal for experienced engineers with a deep understanding of fly-by-wire systems and a passion for advancing flight control technologies, so apply today to shape the future of aviation!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Boulder, Colorado, United States
Posted
8 months ago
Linear

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Flight Control Engineer in our Boulder, Colorado facility.

Key Accountabilities 

  • Own Flight Control Laws development activities from requirements flown down, implementation up to integration and testing 
  • Contribute to control architectures from high level needs and characteristics 
  • Contribute to linear design – trimming and linearizing flight dynamics models, control laws synthesis and linear analyses 
  • Contribute to nonlinear design and verification, and clearance testing 
  • Actively work on improving processes, methods, and tools for flight control 

  • BS / MS in Aeronautical Engineering or related fields 
  • 10+ years of professional experience in Flight Control Law development in fly-by-wire programs 
  • Expert-level knowledge of fixed-wing handling qualities.  
  • Industry experience with and understanding of aircraft electronic flight control systems. 
  • Background in aerodynamics and flight dynamics (understand the physics you want to control). 
  • Version Control and Requirements Management: experience with version control systems like Git and requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama. Ability to maintain traceability and manage complex datasets is crucial. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interface with senior leaders, partners, and suppliers with clarity and confidence. 
  • Attention to Detail: a meticulous approach to ensure the accuracy and completeness of engineering artifacts. 
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. 

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