Controls Engineer Job at Boeing (Albuquerque)

Controls Engineer

Boeing

Location:
United States , Albuquerque ▼
Kirtland AFB

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

91800.00 - 151800.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate orMid-Level Controls Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to join our exclusive team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We are seeking a highly skilled individual with experience in controls, system modeling, simulation, and performance optimization. This role will support the hardware, firmware, and software development of electro-optical systems. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in technology using cutting-edge equipment at a historically significant site. This position supports the R&D mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities. The site houses telescope research facilities ranging in size from 0.5m up to 3.5m with advanced optical systems. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the supporting the development, optimization, and maintenance of control solutions. Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements, enabled by the quality, enthusiasm, and dedication of our entire team. Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan, design, integrate, and test complex optical, electronic, quantum systems to achieve research objectives.

Job Responsibility:

Develop high-fidelity mathematical models of dynamic systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical, thermal processes) using first-principles physics and empirical system identification techniques
Analyze system behavior, including stability, linearity, and transient/steady-state responses
Design, develop, and implement advanced control strategies
Utilize industry-standard tools (primarily MATLAB/Simulink) for control system simulation, analysis, and rapid prototyping
Conduct extensive simulations to verify algorithm performance, stability, and robustness under various operating conditions and disturbances
Develop and execute Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) tests for algorithm validation
Perform rigorous tuning and optimization of control parameters to achieve desired system performance metrics (e.g., accuracy, speed, response time, energy efficiency, disturbance rejection)
Analyze data from real-world systems to refine and improve control algorithms
Collaborate closely with software/firmware engineers to translate complex control algorithms into executable code (e.g., C/C++, VHDL) for embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or FPGA platforms
Create detailed control system design specifications, mathematical derivations, simulation reports, and validation plans

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
2+ years with MATLAB and Simulink (including toolboxes like Control System Toolbox, MPC Toolbox, Optimization Toolbox, Simscape, Stateflow)
Must be willing to work variable shifts
including day, evening, night, and weekends

Nice to have:

3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active U.S. TS/SCI Security Clearance
3+ years in at least one relevant programming language (e.g., C/C++, Python) for algorithm implementation or data analysis
3+ years of professional experience in designing, modeling, and implementing advanced control algorithms for dynamic systems
Experience with at least two or more advanced control techniques (e.g., MPC, LQR, robust control, adaptive control)
Background in developing robust control systems for telescopes, addressing challenges in pointing accuracy, vibration suppression, and thermal stability

What we offer:

Generous company match to your 401(k)
Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations
health insurance
flexible spending accounts
health savings accounts
retirement savings plans
life and disability insurance programs
paid and unpaid time away from work

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 09, 2026

Expiration:
January 23, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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