Develop aircraft flight-dynamics models, flight-control laws, and high-fidelity simulations for fixed-wing, rotary-wing, and hybrid platforms. Analyze stability, controllability, aerodynamic performance, and handling qualities; support flight testing and model tuning; simulate mission scenarios; and develop software-in-the-loop test facilities. Collaborate with aerodynamics, structures, and systems engineering teams while following safety-critical aerospace development and regulatory standards.
Job Responsibilities:
• Develop mathematical models for aircraft flight dynamics of fixed-wing, rotary-wing, and hybrid platforms.
• Design and optimize flight control laws including autopilot control laws and stability augmentation systems.
• Analyze and evaluate aircraft stability, controllability, and aerodynamic performance under various conditions.
• Create high-fidelity simulations for the aircraft systems.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as aerodynamics, structures, and systems engineering.
• Work on the simulation models and evaluate handling qualities.
• Participate in flight testing and work towards tuning the model.
• Simulate mission scenarios to validate aircraft performance and mission feasibility.
• Develop and work on software-in-the-loop (SIL) test facilities.
Requirements
Tech Skills Required:
• Familiar with safety critical development including ARP4754, DO-178B/C and DO-254 or equivalent stringent
process requirements and regulatory frame works of FAA/EASA/DGCA.
• Strong understanding of flight dynamics, kinematics, and control theory.
• Hands-on experience with flight control system element design, testing and tuning.
• Good understanding of linear and nonlinear systems
• Expertise in handling reliable flight control sensors, inceptors, etc.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge in basic Physics, Mechanical Mechanisms, Electric power train and Electronic Circuits
Preferred Qualification & Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or related
field and 1+ years of experience in flight mechanics or flight dynamics field
Or
• Master's Degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or related field
and minimum 1 year of experience in flight mechanics or flight dynamics field
Benefits
The opportunity to work on a groundbreaking product that will redefine urban transportation.
A dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment with a brilliant and passionate team.
Competitive salary and benefits.
A culture of innovation where your ideas can directly impact the future of flight
The ePlane Company Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND Office
IIT Madras Research Park, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 600036
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