System Modeling Engineer
Core
Develop physics-based models and simulation capabilities to predict energy consumption, optimize aircraft design, and support dynamic routing algorithms for an autonomous drone delivery fleet.
Role type
Senior IC systems modeling engineer (physics-based simulation)
Builds
Physics-based models for energy planning and dynamic routing algorithms
Domain
Autonomous logistics / Drone delivery / Aerospace engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Mathematical modeling, Python, MATLAB, Rust, Numerical methods, System-level optimization, Engineering physics fundamentals (dynamics, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, battery chemistry), Data interpretation, Test campaign design
Preferred skills
Embedded algorithm design, Leadership, Technical documentation, Mentoring
Technologies
Python, MATLAB, Rust
Responsibilities
Guide and accelerate range and energy modeling during development and scaling; Develop complex simulation capability and physics-based models for predicting energy consumption; Zoom in on powertrain losses, vehicle kinematics, thermal modeling, and battery/cell performance; Review large-scale fleet data and conduct experiments to extract physical coefficients; Challenge assumptions and validate simulation results with independent hand calculations; Optimize operational efficiency of the fleet by analyzing aircraft dispatching strategies and battery charging management.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
