About the role
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Control Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control systems, robotics, and aerospace engineering, with a passion for developing advanced control algorithms for drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement control algorithms for multi-copters and fixed-wing aircraft in the PX4/ ArduPilot architecture.
- Conduct gazebo simulations and analyses to validate control system performance.
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate control systems into flight control system.
- Develop and maintain flight control software, ensuring robustness and reliability.
- Perform system identification and tuning of control systems for optimal performance.
- Conduct flight tests and analyze data to refine and improve control algorithms.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control systems and flight performance.
- Stay updated with current industry trends and advancements in control systems and UAV technology.
- Document design processes, control algorithms, and testing procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Control Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of control theory, system dynamics, and flight mechanics.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.
- Experience with UAV flight control systems and autopilots.
- Knowledge of sensor fusion techniques and Kalman filtering.
- Familiarity with embedded systems and real-time operating systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Must be familiar with PX4 and ArduPilot.
- Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) and Gazebo simulation.
- Knowledge of basic control algorithm (PID).
- Familiarity with safety-critical systems and regulatory requirements for UAVs.
- Hands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary: A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Collaborative Environment: Collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Professional Development: Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Work-life balance and flexible working hours.
- Additional Benefits: Accommodation shall be provided.
About Kalam Labs
Near Space Flying Machines
Required skills
Other roles at Kalam Labs
Job details
Salary
$800,000 - $1,400,000
Location
Lucknow, UP
Experience
0+ years
Funding
Total raised
$2M
Last stage
Seed
Investors
Founders
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.
