Flight Control Engineer

Callen-Lenz

Flight Control Engineer developing flight control and simulation software at Callen-Lenz, a leading UAS solutions provider. Join us in the aerospace industry driving innovation and growth in Bristol.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeBristol • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £40,000 - £50,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with the wider team to develop Callen-Lenz flight control and simulation software.
Participate in software project teams to design and document software.
Communicate with stakeholders and other departments to ensure software meets requirements.
Model-based design of flight control software using Simulink or similar.
Develop the design and maintenance of autopilot simulation software.
Coordinate and contribute to flight performance studies.
Develop flight dynamics models for company products.
Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to define software requirements.
Review software source code and model designs.
Ensure regular testing and test recording to ensure correct operation of software.
Support the Project Manager in scoping, defining and estimating project tasks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSc or MSc degree in an Engineering related subject
Experience in designing and documenting control systems.
Deep understanding of aeronautics and control theory.
Experience of designing and documenting software.
Experience using MATLAB & Simulink.
Knowledge of a variety of programming languages and tools
Understanding of real time and embedded software.
Knowledge of safety related engineering practices.
Previous experience or interest in UAVs.
Must be a British Citizen or have an existing right to work in the UK.
Ability to commit to occasional national and international travel.
Ability to hold Security Clearance – 5 years residence in the UK.

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
Pension Scheme via Royal London Company contributed
Share Incentive Plan
Green Car Scheme
Life assurance scheme (6x basic salary)
Income protection policy (75% of basic salary)
Private Health Insurance via Bupa
Private Dental insurance via Bupa
Enhanced Maternity and paternity
1 Professional membership reimbursed per year
1 paid volunteering day per year
Access to an independent financial advisor year round
Training & development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

flight control softwaresimulation softwaremodel-based designautopilot simulation softwareflight dynamics modelscontrol systems designaeronauticscontrol theoryreal time softwareembedded software

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationstakeholder engagementproject management supportdocumentation

Certifications

BSc degreeMSc degreeSecurity Clearance