Control Design Engineer

We're Hiring: Control Design Engineer
Location: Hyderabad
Department: Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC)
At Skyroot Aerospace, we're developing next-generation launch vehicles that are redefining access to space. We are looking for a passionate Control Design Engineer to design, develop, and validate advanced control algorithms for the Vikram series of launch vehicles, ensuring precision, reliability, and mission success.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, analyze, review, and document launch vehicle control laws.
Develop frameworks to assess launch vehicle performance across various control strategies.
Design and implement GNC algorithms while collaborating with flight software development teams.
Plan, execute, analyze, and document OILS, HILS, AILS, and Sign Check test campaigns.
Support control law validation through simulation and integrated testing activities.
Work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment with strong ownership and execution focus.
Skills & Expertise
Strong experience in Classical Control Design, Gain Scheduling, and Modern Control Techniques.
Hands-on experience in control law design and validation using OILS, HILS, and AILS.
Solid understanding of Flight Mechanics and Control System Design for Aerospace Vehicles.
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for modelling, simulation, and control system development.
Knowledge of C, C++, and Python is desirable.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and system engineering skills.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Control Systems Engineering, Flight Mechanics & Control, or related discipline.
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of experience in GNC solutions.
Preferred
Research publications in reputed journals or conferences.
Prior experience in aerospace, launch vehicles, spacecraft, or related control system domains.
Why Join Skyroot?
Contribute to cutting-edge launch vehicle development.
Solve real-world aerospace control challenges.
Work alongside leading engineers in India's private space ecosystem.
Be part of a mission-driven team building the future of space transportation.
Ready to take control of the future of spaceflight? Apply now and join the Skyroot mission.

Work arrangement
No