Software Engineer

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Software Engineer is responsible for developing, integrating, and maintaining aircraft systems simulation software used in full flight simulators and training devices. This role supports the translation of aircraft data, engineering specifications, and system requirements into accurate, real-time simulation models. The engineer will work across multiple aircraft systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-fidelity training environments for aviation customers worldwide.

Tasks and Responsibilities
Review and analyze simulator engineering specifications, aircraft data, flight manuals, and malfunction documentation
Develop and integrate aircraft systems simulation software across disciplines (propulsion, flight, auto flight, motion, sound, etc.)
Translate aircraft schematics and wiring diagrams into software (C++ / Fortran)
Develop system models, flowcharts, and simulation source code in accordance with simulator specifications
Perform system analysis, verification, and validation
Develop customer test guides and execute standardized checkout procedures
Support system integration, testing, and simulator qualification activities
Present system functionality and performance to internal teams and customers
Collaborate with software, hardware, and project engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration
Troubleshoot and resolve system deficiencies during development and customer acceptance phases
Support on-site simulator testing and customer-facing activities (travel may be required)
Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with export control and security requirements
Accurately track and report technical progress

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in one of the following or related technical fields:
Aerospace Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Physics or Applied Mathematics

Minimum Experience

2+ years of related experience in software engineering preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Aircraft Systems
  Electrical, fuel, hydraulics
  Secondary flight controls
  Landing gear and braking systems
  Pneumatics, air conditioning, pressurization
  Ice/rain protection, fire protection
  Lighting systems and master warning systems
• Review and analyze simulator engineering specifications, aircraft data, flight manuals, and malfunction documentation
  Develop and integrate aircraft systems simulation software across disciplines (propulsion, flight, auto flight, motion, sound, etc.)
  Translate aircraft schematics and wiring diagrams into software (C++ / Fortran)
  Develop system models, flowcharts, and simulation source code in accordance with simulator specifications
  Perform system analysis, verification, and validation
  Develop customer test guides and execute standardized checkout procedures
  Support system integration, testing, and simulator qualification activities
  Present system functionality and performance to internal teams and customers
  Collaborate with software, hardware, and project engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration
  Troubleshoot and resolve system deficiencies during development and customer acceptance phases
  Support on-site simulator testing and customer-facing activities (travel may be required)
  Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with export control and security requirements
  Accurately track and report technical progress
  
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  Navigation & Avionics
  Communication, navigation, and military radios
  Flight Management Systems (FMS), GPS
  Display systems (PFD, MFD, ND)
  Weather radar, datalink systems
  TCAS, EGPWS/TAWS
  Electronic warfare and weapon system simulation
  
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  Visual Systems
  Airport ground operations (marshaller, tug, pushback)
  Weather and ATC/ATIS simulation
  Runway and airport lighting systems
  External aircraft lighting and hazard simulation
  Visual environment and external model controls
  
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Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will be regularly required to sit, demonstrate dexterity to handle or feel, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a "U.S. Person" under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired s), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.