GBTS Flight Physics Engineer

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG; Stans; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Pension solutions

Training support

Staff restaurant discounts

Team events

Job summary

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG is seeking a Flight Physics Engineer to develop and validate flight simulation models for trainer aircraft. You will contribute to flight physics, control loading systems, and integration of models into training devices with complex hardware/software-in-the-loop environments.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering or related field, 4+ years in automatic flight control systems, and strong English skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering or related field required.
• 4+ years of experience in automatic flight control systems or related areas preferred.
• Experience with C++ and MATLAB/Simulink; knowledge of hardware-in-the-loop environments an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for the simulation of physical and systems of trainer aircraft, including flight models, ground dynamics, atmospheric models, flight control models, control loading, engine and propeller models, and autopilot models.
• Ensure simulation models comply with applicable simulator levels and regulations (EASA, ICAO, FAA) and maintain the QT G.
• Process ground and flight test data with Aircraft Engineering, focusing on flight simulation models development and QTG development.
• Support system engineering tasks: write technical specifications, manage requirements, redact compliance matrices and design documentation.
• Support installation and testing at customer site, potentially requiring international travel and post-sale technical activities.

Skills

C++

MATLAB/Simulink

Education

Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering or related field

Tools

MOOG

Job description

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GBTS Flight Physics Engineer

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG

Vacant since : 03.11.2026 6370 Stans (NW) 100% By agreement Permanent

GBTS Flight Physics Engineer

Engineering & Training Systems

GBTS Flight Physics Engineer

Primary work location

Ennetbürgen

All workplaces:

Ennetbürgen

Fly with us into the future and become part of the team at one of the most innovative aircraft manufacturers in the world.

Your Tasks

• Develop software for the simulation of physical and systems of trainer aircrafts including: flight models, ground dynamic models, atmoshperic models, flight control models, control loading system, engines models, propeller models and autopilot models
• Ensure that the simulation models comply with the applicable simulator levels and regulations (EASA, ICAO, FAA) and maintain the Qualification Test Guide (QTG)
• Process ground and flight test data in coordination with the Aircraft Engineering business unit (flight physics, avionics, propulsion, mechanical systems), with focus on flight simulation models development and QTG development
• Support system engineering tasks related to the software produced, including writing technical specifications, managing requirements, redacting compliances matrices and design documentation
• Support system installation and testing at customer site until system enters into service, which may require international travels
• Support after-sales technical activities (e.g., query answering, technical investigations) as required by the customer support team

With this you convince us

• Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering or a related field with a focus on flight physics and complex systems
• Experience with C++, , and MATLAB/Simulink, control loading systems (e.g., MOOG), and the integration of models into training devices with complex hardware/software-in-the-loop environments
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in automatic flight control systems or control systems; experience with the integration of real or simulated avionics is an advantage
• Knowledge of applicable simulator regulations and standards (e.g., EASA, FAA, ICAO)
• Experience in systems engineering is an advantage as well as willingness to travel internationally
• Fluent English skills at C1 level; would be an advantage

What we offer

• A committed, international team and unique projects
• Flexible working hours and individual pension solutions
• Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development
• Discounted meals in our staff restaurant and various discounts for employees
• Team events at which we celebrate our successes together

Become part of the Pilatus family

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• Work location 6370 Stans (NW)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start By agreement
• Employment duration Permanent
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