Modeling & Simulation Engineer (R4869)
Core
Engineering foundational simulation platforms and high-performance C++ models for next-generation autonomous VTOL aircraft.
Role type
Staff Modeling & Simulation Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Deterministic, high-performance simulation software and infrastructure for autonomous flight evaluation
Domain
Defense technology, autonomous aerospace systems, multiphysics simulation
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
C++ (rigid-body dynamics, kinematics, dynamic systems), simulation software development, verification and validation, system performance analysis, complex build/runtime debugging, aerospace/robotics simulation integration
Preferred skills
C++20, real-time/deterministic software design, multi-threading, DevOps/CI-CD, Hardware-in-the-loop, CMake, profiling tools, Python for data analysis, autonomous aircraft systems experience
Technologies
C++, CMake, GTest, Python
Responsibilities
Develop infrastructure and models in C++ for autonomous aircraft simulation; Architect deterministic, high-performance simulation software; Lead verification and validation (V&V) analysis studies on models and model tooling; Collaborate across autonomy, embedded, GNC, and test engineering teams; Train and guide junior engineers in modeling and simulation best practices
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship