Company Description
KYLEWORTH Aero is revolutionizing regional and urban air mobility with the development of the world’s first dual-mission electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Focused on sustainability, the company is dedicated to achieving zero emissions, zero noise, zero crashes, and zero congestion while enabling accessible and affordable everyday flight. By combining clean energy propulsion, whisper-quiet operations, and advanced autonomous flight systems, KYLEWORTH Aero aims to transform the way people and goods move in urban and regional environments. With a mission-driven approach, the company is redefining modern aviation by meeting and exceeding current safety and environmental standards.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Johannesburg for a Flight Control Software Engineer at KYLEWORTH Aero. The role involves the development, testing, and maintenance of flight control algorithms and systems for cutting-edge eVTOL aircraft. Responsibilities include designing control systems, simulating flight behavior, analyzing aerodynamic data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and safety. The engineer will also be expected to optimize software for real-time operations and contribute to the adherence of high aviation safety standards in the development process.
Qualifications
- Expertise in Flight Control and Flight Control Systems design and development
- Strong knowledge of Aerospace Engineering principles and practices
- Experience with Aerodynamics and Aircraft Design
- Understanding of software development for real-time systems and embedded applications
- Familiarity with aviation safety regulations and compliance standards
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Proficiency in simulation tools and programming languages commonly used in flight control design
