Simulation Engineer - Drone Physical Models Integration
Core
Integrate physical models of drones (aerodynamics, propulsion, electronics, sensors) into simulation software stacks and validate their behavior against real-world data.
Role type
Simulation Engineer (Drone Physical Models Integration)
Builds
High-fidelity simulation environments for autonomous defense systems
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Robotics
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
C++, Python, Linux, flight dynamics, model integration, validation testing, requirements translation (via careerplan.io/jobs/d684f01b-1500-4acb-b2ab-f5831211a50b-simulation-engineer-drone-physical-models-integration-at-harmattan-ai)
Preferred skills
Drone/robotic systems experience, PX4 or ArduPilot, flight testing, log analysis, French language
Technologies
C++, Python, Linux, PX4, ArduPilot
Responsibilities
Coordinate with domain experts to understand model assumptions and interfaces; Integrate third-party physical models into the simulator software stack; Define and run validation tests against reference data (flight logs, bench tests); Establish fidelity targets balancing realism, performance, and effort; Document models, parameters, and validation results.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
