FLIGHT DYNAMICS SYSTEM ENGINEER

Description

THE COMPANY

For over 40 years, Aero Simulation, Inc. (ASI) has provided quality flight training devices to the US Military. ASI has successfully built numerous training systems with a primary focus on aircrew and maintenance training systems. Our current programs include, but are not limited to, the B-1 Training Systems (Air Force), E-2D Training Systems (Navy), CH-53E Training Devices (USMC), IMOMS (Coast Guard), Navigation, Seamanship, Shiphandling Trainer – NSST (Navy). To learn more about ASI visit Programs- Aero Simulation, Inc.

ASI is a 100% employee-owned engineering and manufacturing company committed to supporting the nation’s warfighters. Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other – and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We strive to deliver exceptional quality, elevate client relationships, and enrich the careers and lives of our employee-owners. As Employee-Owners, we are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the company.

In addition to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), we offer a flexible work environment, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, industry competitive compensation, and superior benefits to include medical, dental, 401k and more!

ASI is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality, service and to fostering a community of support for each and every member of the team. To learn more about this opportunity, keep reading!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Flight Dynamics Engineer develops, integrates, tests, and validates physics-based aircraft models to ensure simulator performance accurately represents the actual aircraft. This includes modeling and evaluating aerodynamics, propulsion, equations of motion, atmospheric effects, ground reaction, flight controls, and other systems that influence aircraft behavior and performance. It can also include the engineer generating theoretical data through means of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), wind tunnel analysis, or equation driven modeling In lieu of aircraft data.

The Flight Dynamics Engineer analyzes aircraft performance and engineering data, investigates differences between simulated and actual aircraft behavior, and develops or modifies software models to achieve required simulator fidelity. This position also develops and executes Automatic Fidelity Tests (AFTs) to satisfy Qualification Test Guides (QTGs) and other verification and validation methods to demonstrate simulator performance against aircraft data, system requirements, and customer expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• •Develop, modify, integrate, test, and maintain mathematical and physics-based models of aircraft behavior, including aerodynamics, propulsion, equations of motion, atmospheric effects, ground reaction, flight controls, automatic flight control systems, motion, vibration, and related simulation systems.
• •Analyze aircraft performance, flight test, engineering, and other available source data to develop, tune, and validate simulation models.
• •Develop, execute, and analyze Automatic Fidelity Tests (AFTs) and other verification and validation methods to assess simulator performance against aircraft data and applicable requirements.
• •Develop Qualification Test Guides (QTGs) for simulator validation in accordance with FAA Part 60, AC120-40B(C), or contract equivalent variants.
• •Investigate discrepancies between simulated and actual or expected aircraft performance and determine appropriate model, software, or system corrections.
• •Develop new and modify existing simulation software using C/C++ and other applicable programming or scripting languages in Linux and Windows environments.
• •Support design reviews, engineering analyses, simulations, integration activities, and component/system testing to ensure products meet technical, contractual, and customer requirements.
• •Support hardware/software integration, including interfaces with control loading, motion, cockpit, and other simulator systems.
• •Physically and logically troubleshoot and debug simulation systems, software, models, interfaces, and computer configurations.
• •Collaborate with engineers from multiple disciplines to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues throughout the software development, integration, and testing process.
• •Recommend and incorporate improvements to simulator models, software designs, engineering processes, test methodologies, and technical documentation.
• •Develop and maintain technical documentation associated with models, software, testing, analysis, configuration, and system performance.
• •Support simulator qualification, acceptance testing, customer evaluations, and other verification and validation activities, as applicable.
• •Work with project teams and engineers of varying disciplines to successfully deliver new or modified simulator capabilities within established technical, schedule, and contractual requirements.
• •At the Mid and Senior levels, provide technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to less experienced engineers.
• •Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities. Mid- and Senior-level employees may provide technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to less experienced engineers.

Requirements

LEVEL EXPECTATIONS

Entry Level – 0 to 3 Years

• •Apply foundational knowledge of aerodynamics, aircraft dynamics, stability and control, propulsion, and related engineering principles to flight simulation applications.
• •Develop, modify, test, and troubleshoot simulation models and software under appropriate technical guidance.
• •Analyze engineering data and simulation results to identify discrepancies and support model development and validation.
• •Participate in software development, integration, testing, and technical documentation activities.
• •Develop technical knowledge of simulator architecture, aircraft systems, fidelity requirements, and ASI engineering processes.

Academic projects, internships, research, laboratory experience, and other relevant technical experience may be considered when evaluating Entry-level candidates.

Mid-Level – 3 to 7 Years

• •Independently develop, modify, integrate, and validate flight dynamics models and associated simulation software.
• •Analyze complex aircraft performance and simulation data to identify and resolve model or system discrepancies.
• •Develop and execute fidelity testing and evaluate results against established requirements.
• •Troubleshoot complex software, modeling, integration, and simulator performance issues.
• •Support technical reviews, integration activities, customer testing, and simulator qualification or acceptance activities.
• •Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer to less experienced engineers.

Senior Level – 7+ Years

• •Lead complex flight dynamics modeling, integration, verification, and validation efforts.
• •Provide technical direction for the development, modification, and validation of aircraft models and associated simulation software.
• •Analyze and resolve complex aircraft performance, fidelity, integration, and simulator system issues.
• •Evaluate technical approaches and recommend improvements to models, software architecture, testing methodologies, and engineering processes.
• •Serve as a technical resource during design reviews, customer evaluations, simulator qualification, acceptance testing, and other major program activities.
• •Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and support the development of organizational flight simulation expertise.
• •Support technical planning, risk ide