Flight Simulation Lead Engineer

Pilatus Aircraft; Ennetbürgen; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Pension plan

Training opportunities

Staff restaurant discounts

Team events

Job summary

Pilatus Aircraft in Switzerland is seeking a senior Flight Physics Specialist to lead a group focused on flight modelling, simulation software, and qualification support for training devices. You will oversee design and production of complex simulation systems and contribute to budgets, bids, and after-sales technical activities.

The role requires extensive experience with C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, MOOG, and integrating models in hardware/software-in-the-loop.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering or similar with focus on flight physics and complex systems.
• Experience in people management, even if through lateral roles.
• At least 10 years of experience with C++, Python and MATLAB/Simulink, and integration of models in training devices with hardware/software in the loop.
• Knowledge of Flight Simulation Training Devices qualification frameworks (e.g. EASA, FAA, ICAO).
• Experience in systems engineering is an advantage.
• Excellent English language skills (C1) and willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the activities of a group of flight physics specialists working on Flight Simulation Training Device qualification support and flight modelling and simulation.
• Oversee and approve design and production of simulation software of physical and systems of trainer aircrafts, including flight models, ground dynamic models, atmospheric models, flight control models, control loading system, engines models, propeller models and autopilot models.
• Ensure that compliance of simulation models comply with training device qualification requirements (EASA, ICAO, FAA) and maintain the Qualification Test Guide (QTG).
• Support the Team Leader in budget and resources planning activities.
• Support Project Acquisition bids preparation and related development costs estimations.
• Support after-sales technical activities (e.g., query answering, technical investigations) as required by the customer support team.

Skills

C++

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Flight modelling

Education

Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

MOOG

Job description

Pilatus Aircraft in Switzerland is seeking a senior Flight Physics Specialist to lead a group focused on flight modelling, simulation software, and qualification support for training devices. You will oversee design and production of complex simulation systems and contribute to budgets, bids, and after-sales technical activities.

The role requires extensive experience with C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, MOOG, and integrating models in hardware/software-in-the-loop.