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Pilot

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$180 - $300/hr

Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers (Transportation and Warehousing) Type: Hourly ... simulator Operator for Mentour Pilot YouTube Channel, US Expression of Interest - Survey Pilot ...

Microsoft

Pilot

Redmond, WA

$30.22/hr

Fixed Wing * Experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 or 2024 * Enthusiasm or interest in the tech industry Plusses * Experience with software testing or engineering * Military aircraft ...

Microsoft Corporation

Pilot

Redmond, WA · On-site

$31.71/hr

... flight simulator. In this role, you will partner directly with Test, Engineering, and Production ... teams, and provide expertise on the accuracy in specifications for aircrafts in the simulator. The ...

Amentum

HLS GN&C Flight Simulation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

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 ...

Alaska Airlines

Simulator Technician III

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$84K - $126K/yr

Role Summary The Simulator Technician III maintains the flight simulator and support engineering staff with software and hardware updates to ensure the training devices are appropriately configured ...

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How much do on call flight simulator engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for on call flight simulator engineer in the United States is $118,512.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,000.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between On Call Flight Simulator Engineer vs Flight Simulator Technician?

AspectOn Call Flight Simulator EngineerFlight Simulator Technician
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree and certifications in simulation systemsUsually requires technical diploma or certification in simulation maintenance
Work EnvironmentWorks in simulation centers, often on-call for troubleshooting and updatesWorks in maintenance and repair of flight simulators, often on-site
Employer & IndustryAirlines, military, simulation centersSimulation service providers, maintenance companies

While both roles involve working with flight simulators, the On Call Flight Simulator Engineer focuses on engineering, troubleshooting, and system updates, often on an on-call basis. The Flight Simulator Technician primarily handles maintenance, repairs, and technical support. The engineer role typically requires a higher level of technical education and certification, with a focus on system engineering, whereas the technician role emphasizes hands-on maintenance skills.

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Infographic showing various On Call Flight Simulator Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,512 per year, or $57 per hour.
HLS GN&C Flight Simulation Engineer

HLS GN&C Flight Simulation Engineer

Mclaurin Aerospace

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.
We have an exciting opportunity for a HLS GN&C Flight Simulation Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.
If selected you will:
  • Provide math modeling and simulation development of guidance and flight control algorithms for automatic and piloted manual flight of lunar landers
  • Develop formal math model and simulation documentation
  • Identify team simulation tasks, resolve simulation related issues and assist team members.
  • Directly interact with the NASA customers, along with various NASA support contractors, during technical meetings and working groups.
  • Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Experience in the development of flight control systems for aerospace vehicles
  • Experience developing, verifying, and validating GN&C math models and 6-DOF simulations
  • Experience with Linux, C/C++ and Python
  • Experience modeling and analyzing dynamic systems in the frequency domain.
  • Familiarity with system identification and building linear models from time-domain measurements.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees

Preferred Qualifications:
  • MS in Aerospace Engineering with on a focus on GN&C and flight controls
  • Knowledge of GN&C principles with a background in flight dynamics/orbital mechanics
  • Knowledge in the design, analysis, and implementation of navigation algorithms
  • Experience contributing to large, multi-language simulation and architectures and ability to learn unfamiliar code bases.
  • Experience with GIT configuration control tool.

Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Positive work-life balance
  • 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • 11 paid holidays annually
  • Generous PTO
  • 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
  • Education assistance
  • Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.
US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.
Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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