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HLS GN&C Flight Simulation Engineer

Houston, TX

Our long-term client relationship with NASA has led to a need for a Human Landing System (HLS) Flight Control Simulation Engineer with a JETS II teammate company, Aerodyne Industries. This position ...

DCS Corp

Flight Test Engineer

Patuxent River, MD

$84K - $120K/yr

Salary Range: $84,137 - $120,000 DCS Corp has an exciting potential opportunity supporting the Navy Test Wing Atlantic located at NAS Patuxent River, MD as a Flight Test Engineer. This position ...

DCS CORPORATION

Flight Test Engineer

Patuxent River, MD · On-site

$84K - $120K/yr

Salary Range: $84,137 - $120,000 DCS Corp has an exciting potential opportunity supporting the Navy Test Wing Atlantic located at NAS Patuxent River, MD as a Flight Test Engineer. This position ...

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Flight Simulation Test Engineers are professionals who design, develop, and test flight simulators used for pilot training, research, and aircraft system evaluation. They work to ensure that simulators accurately replicate real-world flight conditions and aircraft behavior. Their responsibilities include creating test procedures, troubleshooting simulator issues, validating simulator performance, and collaborating with software and hardware engineers. This role is critical in maintaining the quality and safety standards required for effective pilot training and aircraft system testing.

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To thrive as a Flight Simulation Test Engineer, you need a strong background in aerospace engineering, computer science, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in simulation technologies. Familiarity with programming languages (such as C++ or Python), simulation software (like MATLAB/Simulink), and industry standards or certifications (e.g., DO-178C) is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and troubleshooting complex systems. These competencies are vital to ensure accurate, reliable simulations that support aircraft development, pilot training, and safety validation.

What are some common challenges faced by flight simulation test engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Flight Simulation Test Engineers often encounter challenges such as integrating new software with legacy simulation systems and ensuring that test scenarios accurately reflect real-world flight conditions. Troubleshooting complex hardware-software interactions and managing tight project timelines can also be demanding. To address these challenges, it's helpful to stay current with industry standards, collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams (including software developers and pilots), and develop strong problem-solving skills. Regular communication with stakeholders and thorough documentation can further streamline the testing process and improve outcomes.

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Flight Simulation Software Engineer (Associate, Experienced, and Senior)

Daytona Beach, FL • On-site

Boeing
Aviation • 10K+ employees
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Flight Simulation Software Engineer (Associate, Experienced, and Senior)
Company:
The Boeing Company
The Boeing Company is looking for a Flight Simulation Software Engineer (Associate, Experienced, and Senior) to join the Flight Simulation I Labs team located in Dayton Beach, FL. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.
The roles will involve software development for tools and models within our simulation infrastructure in the Flight Simulation Labs organization. Selected candidates will be aligned to a statement of work that best suits their interests and skillset, some of which could include:
  • Creating core simulation infrastructure to serve as a baseline for programs developing flight simulation capabilities
  • Developing tools to simulate, monitor, and control digital messages between subsystems in a lab environment
  • Support modeling of various aircraft capabilities and subsystems
  • Supporting the ability to run constructive scenarios in a testing environment for development of our products and to support training efforts

Daytona Beach is the company's newest state-of-the-art facility focused on engineering excellence. Florida offers no state income tax and a variety of other desirable personal and financial benefits. To learn more, take a look at our video: https://f.io/L64OLWgM
Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including: Associate, Experienced, and Senior Engineers.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Develops, documents and maintains architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for simulation software systems
  • Develops and maintains code and integrates software components into a fully functional software system
  • Develop simulation environments to support testing performed by Mission Systems engineers
  • Works on an agile team in order to accomplish team goals
  • Executes and documents software research and development projects
  • Works under general direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to obtain Secret U.S. Security clearance (Post-Start)
  • 2+ years of professional experience programming in C++
  • 2+ years of experience as a Software Engineer

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Associate / Level 2: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 2+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of directly related work experience OR 10+ years of related, relevant experience
  • Experienced / Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 5+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 9+ years of directly related work experience OR 13+ years of related, relevant experience
  • Senior / Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 9+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 13+ years of directly related work experience OR 17+ years of related, relevant experience
  • 2+ years of experience programming in C, C#, Python, Java, or Ada (or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience)
  • Experience in Modeling and Simulation
  • Experience in the defense or avionics industry
  • Experience working on an Agile team using Agile methodologies and tools
  • Strong coordination and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
CodeVue Coding Challenge:
To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range for Associate: $92,650.00 - $125,350.00
Summary pay range for Experienced: $118,150.00 - $159,850.00.
Summary pay range for Senior: $149,600.00 - $202,400.00.
Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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