General Atomics · 2 weeks ago
Flight Simulation Engineer
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$81K/yr - $142K/yr
4+ years expGeneral Atomics is a leading resource for high-technology systems development, and they are seeking a Flight Simulation Engineer in their Aerospace Systems Engineering Department. The role involves providing technical expertise for development and configuration management of analysis tools for various space and weapon system development projects.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the aerospace systems engineering organization by developing and configuration managing flight simulations and other analysis tools
Support development of new weapon systems particularly gun-launched projectiles and guided missiles and/or satellites
Support real-time simulation development and Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing
Performs upgrades to simulation and analysis tools with special focus on maintaining analyst usability and tool flexibility
Support peer reviews of simulation models, analysis tools, and other software modules as required
Develop and implement simulation software unit tests and other automated test scripts as required
Develop simulation tool and software documentation using company guidelines and best industry practices
Support post-processing and analysis of data collected from ground and flight tests, simulation-based performance assessments, and other sources
Develop briefing materials for design reviews
Facilitate rapid resolution of delays that impact simulation and analysis tasks including real-time, thorough communication with task leads, program management and other leadership is required
Collaborate daily with GA and customer engineering and program management teams
Support development of simulation and analysis related data deliverables
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education
Must have a thorough understanding of software engineering and software configuration management and version control concepts, principles, processes, and tools such as Git and SVN
Prior experience with developing and using high fidelity flight simulations of missiles, gun-launched projectiles, hypersonic vehicles, or satellites is required
Demonstrated skills with multiple programming languages such as FORTRAN, C, C++, Python, and MATLAB is required
Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems
Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas
Must have an active Dept of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret if required by the program
Able to work extended hours as required
Success in position requires consistent display of the following key abilities: Initiative and strong work ethic to work independently, or with a team, or solve challenging problems in a development and prototyping environment
Rapid and effective problem solving: identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex problems
Excellent communication skills to document, develop, and present technical issues so that stakeholders across the organization readily understand the content and their related actions
Schedule performance: influencing and collaborating across the organization to result in contract schedule success
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret security clearance (or equivalent DOE clearance) with ability to obtain Top Secret if required
Must be willing to work extended hours to meet deadlines and increase probability of project success
Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required
Preferred
Desired experience with Software-In-The-Loop (SWIL) and Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) simulation and testing is strongly desired
Desired experience with using and modifying the Air Force's AFSIM simulation tool is strongly desired
Desired experience with integrating and stress testing 'black box' software (e.g. DLL's) is desired
Demonstrated skills and experience with embedded flight software development and testing is desired
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
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