Senior Software Simulation Engineer, Flight Simulators
Overview
Design and develop software for advanced flight simulators supporting multiple aircraft platforms, including avionics, tactical environments, and interfaces to audio, visual, motion, and I/O systems. Work across full lifecycle in Linux and Windows using C++ and FORTRAN. Collaborate with a team of 12-15 engineers on modeling, simulation, and training solutions. This role offers the chance to lead technical design in a mission-critical environment with 30% travel for integration and customer engagement.
What You'll Do8
- 1Design and integrate software for flight simulators, covering C++, FORTRAN, and Visual Studio interfaces.
- 2Implement and maintain Instructor Operator Stations (IOS) software for simulator operation and training.
- 3Support full lifecycle development from requirements analysis to testing in Linux and Windows environments.
- 4Develop complex applications such as external system interfaces and aircraft simulations with minimal supervision.
- 5Architect software components within larger systems, including interfaces and models of aircraft components.
- 6Prepare detailed documentation for design reviews and present designs to customers using Visual Studio tools.
- 7Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated, high-quality simulation solutions.
- 8Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes.
Requirements8
- 1Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
- 25+ years of software engineering experience.
- 3C++ proficiency with a focus on simulation and modeling.
- 4FORTRAN or similar legacy language experience in simulation environments.
- 5Visual Studio IDE proficiency for development and debugging.
- 6GCC compilers and Makefiles for building in Linux and UNIX.
- 7Strong experience in Linux and UNIX environments with Windows familiarity.
- 8Eligibility to obtain a security clearance; active or prior Secret clearance preferred.
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