Contract Aircraft SIL/HIL Simulation Engineer (Remote)

Senior Simulation Engineer – SIL/HIL (Remote – U.S. Based, EST Preferred)

Are you passionate about advancing future-forward technologies and solving technical challenges that others haven’t even attempted? We’re seeking a Senior Simulation Engineer to take ownership of Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments to support our development of next-generation autonomous flight systems.

As a core contributor on the simulation team, you’ll play a vital role in designing and optimizing real-time testing platforms that ensure the performance and reliability of our aircraft systems. You’ll work closely with multiple engineering groups to understand their requirements and deliver high-fidelity simulation environments that drive critical development and certification efforts.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Build and improve simulation software to support both SIL and HIL platforms.

• Collaborate with a team of simulation engineers to maintain the project backlog and prioritize needs across integrated product teams.

• Create tools and frameworks that increase the availability and efficiency of simulation environments for development and test teams.

• Troubleshoot and resolve simulation-related issues to ensure timely data for engineering decisions.

• Contribute to long-term strategies for scalable, reliable simulation infrastructure.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.

• 5+ years of experience in simulation, systems modeling, or software development.

• Proficient in C++11 and Python programming languages.

• Comfortable working in both Linux and Windows development environments.

• Familiarity with version control (Git) and continuous integration/deployment pipelines.

• Demonstrated experience with dynamic system modeling and SIL/HIL simulation testbeds.

• Solid understanding of software architecture and real-time systems.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline.

• Modern C++ skills (C++17 or newer).

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink and automated code generation.

• Background with CMake, Conan, and GitLab CI/CD.

• Knowledge of Functional Mock-up Interface (FMI v2 or v3).

• Experience debugging hardware/software integrations at the protocol level.

• Understanding of aircraft systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.

• Familiarity with 3D dynamics concepts such as DCMs and reference frames.

Who You Are:

• A hands-on engineer with a proactive mindset who enjoys collaborating across teams.

• Driven by results and capable of delivering under pressure.

• Able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, evolving technical environment.

• Communicates clearly and tailors messaging for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Energized by complex challenges and committed to continuous learning.