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Vehicle Controls Software Engineer

Designs and implements drive-by-wire control systems using C and Simulink for autonomous ground vehicles. Leads development from system modeling to deployment, requiring 3+ years in vehicle controls, embedded C, RTOS, and control theory (PID, state-space).

120k – 200kClarksburg, MDArlington, VAEmbedded EngineeringOnsite3+ YOE

About the role

Responsibilities

Embedded Controls Development

  • Design and implement vehicle control algorithms in C and Simulink for real-time embedded systems
  • Develop drive-by-wire software for steering, throttle, and braking systems
  • Create robust, safety-critical control loops that operate reliably in field conditions

System Modeling & Controller Design

  • Model vehicle dynamics and identify key physics parameters through testing and analysis
  • Design appropriate controllers (PID, state-space, nonlinear) based on vehicle characteristics
  • Use Simulink and other model-based tools to prototype and validate control strategies
  • Tune controllers for optimal performance across different vehicle platforms

Integration & Deployment

  • Integrate control systems with broader autonomy software stacks
  • Work with hardware teams on sensor integration and actuator interfaces
  • Debug and optimize system performance through vehicle testing and data analysis

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience developing control systems for vehicles, robotics, aerospace, or similar motion control applications
  • Hands-on experience programming in C for embedded, real-time systems
  • Working knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS)
  • Strong background in control theory including PID control and system modeling
  • Experience with vehicle dynamics, system identification, and controller tuning
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with model-based development tools, particularly Simulink
  • Background in nonlinear control methods and advanced control theory
  • Previous work on drive-by-wire systems or vehicle automation
  • Experience with CANbus protocols and automotive communication standards
  • Familiarity with safety-critical software development practices

Skills

CSimulinkPid ControlRtosCanbusControl TheoryVehicle DynamicsEmbedded SystemsState-Space ControlNonlinear Control

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