CHAOS Industries
Defense
ControlSystemsEngineer
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Control Systems Engineer at CHAOS Industries. Skills: HIL simulation, Embedded systems, Control systems. Design HIL test benches. Integrate simulation models”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Troubleshooting skills; Root cause analysis
Security clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 3+ years of experience, Hands-on experience building HIL, Proficiency in real-time simulation platforms, Programming skills in Python, Programming skills in C/C++, Familiarity with PX4, Familiarity with ArduPilot, Experience with MAVLink, Experience with CAN, Experience with UART, Experience with SPI, Experience with I2C, Solid understanding of effector system architecture, Experience with version control systems, Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Analytical skills, Troubleshooting skills, Ability to obtain security clearance
Nice to Have
Master's degree, Experience with ROS, Experience with ROS 2, Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink, Exposure to flight test operations, Experience with FPGA firmware development, Experience with embedded Linux, Knowledge of RF systems, Knowledge of GPS signal simulation, Knowledge of sensor fusion techniques, FAA Part 107 certification
What You'll Do.
Design HIL test benches
Integrate simulation models
Integrate hardware components
Develop automated test suites
Develop regression frameworks
Validate software and firmware
Debug hardware-software interactions
Analyze HIL test data
Maintain test infrastructure
Improve test infrastructure
Document test methodologies
Document test procedures
Document test results
Support system transition
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Hardware engineering team; GNC engineers; Software engineers; Systems engineers; Integration engineers; Test engineers; Cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
Technical documentation
Process & Methodology
CI/CD pipelines
Full Job Description
CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats. CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit www.chaosinc.com. Role Overview: CHAOS is seeking a skilled Control Systems Engineer to join our hardware engineering team. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain HIL simulation environments that enable full system integration testing of our Effector platforms — bridging the gap between software development and flight hardware. You will work closely with GNC, software, and systems engineers to ensure our vehicles are thoroughly validated before ever leaving the ground. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience building and operating HIL or SIL simulation environments for embedded or autonomous systems. This is a full-time, on-site position in El Segundo, CA. Responsibilities: Design and develop HIL test benches for full effector system integration, including flight controllers, ESCs, sensors, and ground control systems Integrate high-fidelity simulation models (flight dynamics, actuator, and sensor models) that accurately replicate real-world behavior Integrate hardware components - including autopilot boards, communication links, power systems, and peripherals - into HIL systems Develop automated test suites and regression frameworks to validate software and firmware changes against HIL environments Collaborate with software and integration/test engineers to define test plans and acceptance crite
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