What you'll do
Develop infrastructure and models in C++ for autonomous aircraft simulation.
Serve as a subject matter expert in modern aerospace and software engineering.
Architect deterministic, high-performance simulation software.
Lead verification and validation (V&V) analysis studies on models and model tooling.
Collaborate tightly across autonomy, embedded, GNC, and test engineering teams to ensure our simulation mirrors real aircraft behavior and mission scenarios.
Contribute to platform-agnostic simulation tooling to accelerate future development efforts.
- Train and guide junior engineers in modeling and simulation best practices.
- Required qualifications:
- BS in Computer Science, Aerospace, Robotics, or related field.
7+ years of experience in simulation software development with C++ competency; exceptional candidates with less experience and demonstrated depth will be considered.
Strong understanding of rigid-body dynamics, kinematics, and the physics of dynamic systems.
Proven experience developing or integrating simulation systems for robotics, aerospace, and/or other complex dynamic systems (e.g., maritime, space, defense ground systems, or gaming).
Ability to debug complex build and runtime environments.
Experience with simulation verification and validation.
Strong communication skills across software, hardware, and systems disciplines.
- Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance; Secret clearance eligibility requires US Citizenship.
- Preferred qualifications:
- MS or PhD in Computer Science, Aerospace, Robotics, or related field.
Familiarity with modern C++ standards (C++20 or later).
Grasp of real-time and deterministic software design, including multi-threading, synchronization, and memory management.
Experience with DevOps-integrated simulation workflows, including CI/CD and automated testing environments.
Experience with Hardware- and Software-in-the-Loop simulation environments, including integration of real hardware into simulation environments.
Experience with CMake, package management tools (e.g. Conan, Nix), and profiling tools.
Experience with software testing tools (GTest, etc.)
Working knowledge of Python for data analysis, test automation, or simulation orchestration.
Experience working on autonomous aircraft systems.
Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance is desired.
