Flight Physics Engineer – Simulator Software & Controls

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd; Ennetbürgen; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Pension solutions

Training and development

Job summary

Pilatus Aircraft in Switzerland invites seasoned software engineers to join the flight simulation team. You will develop and validate models for flight physics, ground dynamics, and control loading systems, integrating C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink into hardware/software-in-the-loop environments.

The role requires a Master in Aeronautical Engineering (or related field), 4+ years of hands-on experience, familiarity with EASA/ICAO/FAA standards, and willingness to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering or related field with a focus on flight physics and complex systems.
• 4+ years of experience with C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink, control loading systems, and integration of models into training devices with complex HW/SW-in-the-loop environments.
• Experience with automatic flight control systems or control systems; experience with avionics integration is an advantage.
• Knowledge of simulator regulations/standards (EASA, FAA, ICAO).
• Willingness to travel internationally and experience in systems engineering is an advantage.
• Fluent English (C1); German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for simulation of flight physics, ground dynamics, atmosphere, flight control, control loading systems, engines, propeller and autopilot models.
• Ensure simulations comply with simulator levels and regulations (EASA, ICAO, FAA) and maintain QTg.
• Process ground and flight test data coordinating with Aircraft Engineering, focusing on model development and QTg development.
• Write technical specifications, manage requirements, redact compliance matrices and design documents.
• Support installation and testing at customer sites, potentially involving international travel.
• Assist after-sales technical activities as required by the customer support team.

Skills

C++

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

MOOG

Hardware/software-in-the-loop

Education

Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

MOOG

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Pilatus Aircraft in Switzerland invites seasoned software engineers to join the flight simulation team. You will develop and validate models for flight physics, ground dynamics, and control loading systems, integrating C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink into hardware/software-in-the-loop environments.

The role requires a Master in Aeronautical Engineering (or related field), 4+ years of hands-on experience, familiarity with EASA/ICAO/FAA standards, and willingness to travel internationally.