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Anduril Industries

Flight Sciences Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$166K - $220K/yr

We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing ... Flight Simulation Development: * Design, implement, and maintain high-fidelity flight simulation ...

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Senior Flight Sciences Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$191K - $253K/yr

We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing ... Flight Simulation Development: * Design, implement, and maintain high‑fidelity flight simulation ...

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FW Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site +1

$119K/yr

Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a flight simulator. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: Evaluate operational compliance including ...

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FW Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site +1

$119K/yr

Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a flight simulator. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: Evaluate operational compliance including ...

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How much do flight simulator specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight simulator specialist in the United States is $101,385.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight simulator specialist?

A Flight Simulator Specialist is a professional responsible for maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting flight simulation equipment used for pilot training. They ensure that simulators accurately replicate aircraft systems and flight conditions to provide realistic training experiences. In addition to performing technical maintenance, they may also assist with software updates and support instructors during training sessions. This role is crucial in keeping flight simulators fully functional and compliant with aviation standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight simulator specialist?

To thrive as a Flight Simulator Specialist, you need a strong background in electronics, computer science, or aviation technology, often backed by relevant degrees or technical certifications. Familiarity with simulator hardware, software platforms such as CAE or Lockheed Martin systems, and diagnostic tools is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you excel in troubleshooting and collaborating with pilots and instructors. These skills ensure the simulators operate accurately and reliably, directly supporting safe and effective pilot training.

What are the most common challenges faced by flight simulator specialists, and how can they be managed effectively?

Flight Simulator Specialists often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex technical issues with simulation hardware and software, keeping up with regular system updates, and ensuring simulator fidelity to real-world flight conditions. Managing these challenges effectively requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ongoing professional development to stay current with evolving technologies. Collaboration with pilots, instructors, and IT teams is also essential to ensure that simulators meet training standards and operate smoothly.

What is the difference between Flight Simulator Specialist vs Flight Instructor?

AspectFlight Simulator SpecialistFlight Instructor
CredentialsOften requires FAA certifications, simulator operation licensesRequires FAA pilot certifications, instructor ratings
Work EnvironmentSimulators, training centers, aviation companiesFlight schools, airports, training aircraft
Industry UsageUsed mainly in pilot training, airline prepDirectly trains and evaluates student pilots

While both roles involve aviation training, a Flight Simulator Specialist primarily manages and operates flight simulators, focusing on technical and operational aspects. A Flight Instructor directly trains pilots in real aircraft, emphasizing hands-on flying skills. The roles often overlap in training environments but differ in responsibilities and required certifications.

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Infographic showing various Flight Simulator Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,385 per year, or $48.7 per hour.

Flight Sciences Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

Anduril Industries
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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Job description

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Tactical Recon and Strike team at Anduril develops aerial small drones (Group 1-3) and all equipment to test, deploy and operate. The team is responsible for taking products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt and Altius from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers. We are looking for software engineers, hardware engineers, roboticists, and front-end mobile developers who are excited about creating a powerful robotics platform that can be tasked and viewed in real-time through a variety of interfaces.

The guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) team within TRS performs implementation, analysis, test, and validation for GNC software solutions supporting our autonomous drone fleet. Applications include attitude and position control, waypoint and terminal guidance engagements, and navigating contested environments including communication and GPS denied environments.

ABOUT THE JOB

This role will be responsible for guidance and control law development and validation, hardware and software in-the-loop test and analysis, and cutting edge navigation solutions supporting the entire range of drones within TRS.

What You'll Do

    • Aerodynamic Design & Analysis:
      • Aerodynamic design of fixed-wing, rotary-wing, and hybrid VTOL platforms at conceptual, preliminary, and detail design maturities
      • aerodynamic analysis of unmanned air vehicles, using both low and high order methods, including analysis tool development and improvement as needed
      • Conduct detailed analysis to predict and enhance aero performance.
      • Utilize Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools and low-order methods for performance evaluation.
      • Develop and maintain in-house suite of aerodynamic analysis tools.
      • Evaluate impacts of configuration changes on performance of the aircraft.
    • Flight Simulation Development:
      • Design, implement, and maintain high-fidelity flight simulation models.
      • Utilize simulation to evaluate aircraft performance and reliability.
      • Validate simulation accuracy against wind tunnel and flight test results
    • Testing:
      • Work with Flight Test personnel to plan and execute tests to evaluate aircraft performance
      • Plan and coordinate wind tunnel testing to gather aerodynamic data
      • Analyze test data to identify performance trends and areas for improvement.
      • Utilize flight test data to identify system bugs and failures
      • Prepare technical reports and briefings to communicate findings with stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
    • 4+ years applicable professional experience with airborne platforms
    • 4+ years of experience in aerodynamic design and analysis, flight simulation, and flight testing
    • Hands-on experience with CFD tools, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent simulation platforms
    • 4+ years experience in programming and data analysis skills (MATLAB, C++, etc.)
    • Strong understanding of aerodynamics and flight dynamics, stability, and control
    • A passion for defending the Unites States of America and its allies
    • US person status is required as this position requires access to export controlled information

Preferred Qualifications

    • PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
    • Experience with flight control design and analysis for fixed and rotary wing aircraft or missile systems
    • C/C++ Expertise
    • Experience with Simulink Embedded Coder

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As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril delivers cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the warfighter in months, not years.

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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