Senior Reaction Controls Engineer

Implement models, algorithms, and continuous-integration (MIL, SIL, PIL) tests in C++

Develop novel fuel, air, compression ratio, and cooling automation and control strategies to improve performance, reliability, and expand the capabilities of the generator to address customer needs

Design, execute, and analyze experiments using Python on virtual or real generators to realize the impact of your work on real generators

Collaborate with other controls engineers on designs and architectures

Debug sensors, actuators, and subsystems for noise and disturbances and assist in calibration, verification, and validation. Communicate algorithms with block-diagrams, pseudo-code, code, etc.

Analyze complex thermodynamic-mechatronic systems with experimental data and create representative plant models

Support reliability and manufacturing testing of systems under control

Analyze data to assess performance capabilities and inform requirements and design decisions

Support fleet generator operation to enhance reliability and performance

Driven and self-directed enthusiastic contributor

Excellent communicator with demonstrated collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Multiple years of experience designing, implementing, and testing algorithms in thermodynamic machines - experience with engines is a plus

BS + 5 years relevant experience, MS + 3 years, or Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or related degree