We are seeking an experienced Flight Simulation Engineer to support the development, integration, testing, and qualification of advanced Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTDs) for fixed-wing and/or rotary-wing aircraft.
This position is ideal for an engineer who combines strong software development capabilities with hands-on experience developing high-fidelity aircraft simulation models. The successful candidate will have direct experience with engine and propulsion modeling and a solid understanding of the FSTD development and qualification lifecycle.
The position is based in Hampton, Virginia. Relocation is preferred, although alternative arrangements may be considered for a highly qualified candidate.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, integrate, test, and maintain software and mathematical models supporting fixed-wing and/or rotary-wing flight simulation systems.
Develop and refine engine and propulsion models used within high-fidelity flight simulation environments.
Analyze aircraft performance data and translate real-world aircraft characteristics into accurate simulation models.
Develop software using C/C++, Python, and related programming languages and tools.
Perform integration, troubleshooting, debugging, and verification of simulation software and models.
Support the development and validation of flight, propulsion, and aircraft subsystem models.
Develop and execute test procedures to verify simulator performance and model fidelity.
Support FSTD qualification, validation, and testing activities.
Investigate discrepancies between simulated and expected aircraft performance and implement appropriate corrections.
Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, subject-matter experts, pilots, and other technical personnel throughout the simulator development lifecycle.
Develop and maintain technical documentation supporting simulation development, testing, validation, and qualification.
Required Qualifications
510 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably involving flight simulation or aircraft modeling and simulation.
Hands-on experience developing or supporting Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTDs) for fixed-wing and/or rotary-wing aircraft.
Demonstrated experience developing engine and propulsion models for flight simulation.
Strong programming skills in C/C++ and/or Python.
Understanding of aircraft performance, propulsion systems, flight dynamics, and simulation principles.
Experience with the FSTD development, testing, validation, and qualification process.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose complex simulation and software issues.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience developing and validating flight dynamics models.
Experience developing aircraft subsystem models in addition to propulsion models.
Experience with both fixed-wing and rotary-wing simulation systems.
Familiarity with simulator qualification standards, objective testing, validation data, and regulatory qualification processes.
Experience integrating mathematical models with real-time simulation software and hardware.
Background working with high-fidelity commercial, military, or government aviation simulation and training systems.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Hampton, VA
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
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C Programming Languageunmatched
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Militaryunmatched
Model Validationunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
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Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
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