SITL Simulation Engineer

Volatus Aerospace Corp.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Group benefits plan

Group RRSP

Job summary

Volatus Aerospace seeks a skilled SITL/Simulation Engineer to develop and maintain software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop environments for a new aerospace platform. You will verify flight control, avionics, and autonomy software via simulation and build models of dynamics and sensors.

The role requires a degree in aerospace or related field plus 3+ years in simulation or flight dynamics. A strong software mindset and Canadian eligibility for security clearance are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in simulation engineering, SITL/HIL environments, or flight dynamics modeling.
• Proficiency with simulation tools and scripting languages relevant to simulation development.
• Understanding of flight dynamics, control systems, or avionics behavior.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SITL and HIL simulation environments.
• Support verification of flight control, avionics, and autonomy software using simulation platforms.
• Build simulation models representing platform dynamics, sensors, and subsystem behavior.
• Support test planning by identifying scenarios validated through simulation before flight tests.
• Analyze simulation results and correlate with flight or ground test data.
• Maintain simulation infrastructure, tools, and documentation.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and flight controls teams to prioritize simulation needs.

Skills

SITL/HIL simulations

Flight dynamics modeling

Software development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Software/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Volatus Aerospace is a global leader in aerial intelligence and drone solutions, bringing together over 100 years of combined aviation expertise. We specialize in delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions through both piloted and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) across industries including defense, infrastructure, energy, public safety, and logistics.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a SITL/Simulation Engineer to develop and maintain software-in-the-loop and simulation environments supporting the design, verification, and testing of a new aerospace platform.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain software-in-the-loop (SITL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation environments
• Support verification of flight control, avionics, and autonomy software using simulation platforms
• Build simulation models representing platform dynamics, sensors, and subsystem behavior
• Support test planning by identifying scenarios best validated through simulation prior to flight test
• Analyze simulation results and correlate with flight or ground test data
• Maintain simulation infrastructure, tools, and documentation
• Collaborate with software, systems, and flight controls teams to prioritize simulation needs
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably assigned by the Company from time to time.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Software, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in simulation engineering, SITL/HIL environments, or flight dynamics modeling
• Proficiency in simulation tools and scripting/programming languages relevant to simulation development
• Understanding of flight dynamics, control systems, or avionics behavior
• Strong analytical and software development skills
• Must be a Canadian citizen and eligible for security clearance
• Experience with uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) simulation and testing
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent simulation platforms
• Experience supporting flight test readiness through simulation-based verification
• Canadian Security Clearance is required

HOURS OF WORK AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The position is an onsite role, and the Employee is required to perform their duties primarily at the Company’s designated workplace, as directed by the Company.
• The standard work schedule consists of forty (40) hours per week, typically performed Monday to Friday, subject to operational requirements.
• From time to time, the Employee may be required to maintain reasonable flexibility in working hours to support operational needs, time-sensitive activities, or business priorities.

WHY JOIN VOLATUS AEROSPACE

At Volatus Aerospace, you will be joining an innovative, fast-paced company with a strong commitment to customer success and industry advancement. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive group benefits plan, and a group RRSP. You will have the opportunity to work with a passionate global team on cutting-edge aerospace projects while continuing to grow your career in a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions directly impact company growth and operational success

Volatus Aerospace is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.