Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer

Ansys; France; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys seeks a technically skilled engineer in aerospace and defense to advance digital mission engineering across Europe. You will translate complex solutions into customer value, lead engagements, and collaborate with sales, product, and marketing to grow the business.

The role demands MBSE expertise, proficiency in Python/MATLAB and OO languages, and the ability to travel up to 30%. Fluency in English and either Spanish or French is required for regional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years hands-on experience in aerospace and defense simulation.
• Proven ability to translate complex technical solutions for customers.
• Experience with model-based engineering and simulation workflows.
• Strong programming skills in Python, MATLAB, and other OOP languages.
• Experience delivering customer outcomes in Aerospace & Defense.

Responsibilities

• Grow business in aerospace & defense with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Provide high-level technical support and deliver timely service.
• Lead complex customer engagements through sales cycles.
• Document metrics showing impact of engagements and solutions.
• Translate customer requirements into new product capabilities.
• Mentor junior engineers and support field/digital marketing efforts.

Skills

Aerospace & Defense

MBSE

Python

MATLAB

C#

Java

OOP

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical

Tools

STK

ODTK

Ansys DME

Job description

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are a technically skilled, customer-focused engineer with a strong background in Aerospace & Defense (A&D). You excel at translating complex technical solutions into real value for customers, leveraging your expertise in digital mission engineering and simulation. Your communication skills enable you to connect with both technical and business stakeholders, and you thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments. Fluent in local language (Spanish/French) and English, you work closely with sales teams to identify opportunities, drive technical engagements, and deliver impactful solutions. You are proactive, adaptable, and committed to supporting customers throughout the sales lifecycle.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work independently within multi-disciplinary teams to significantly grow our business for a full portfolio of simulation products, particularly within the Aerospace and Defence sector.
• Demonstrate profound technical mastery and knowledge of engineering simulation techniques, specifically within aerospace domains, to provide the highest level of technical support to customers, ensuring high-quality and timely service.
• Regularly interact with aerospace customers to understand their solution needs, key business initiatives, and engineering design workflows, addressing their requirements for solutions during design and engineering stages.
• Lead complex customer engagements throughout the sales opportunity lifecycle, interacting with key customers to understand their technology needs, key business initiatives, engineering design workflows, and articulate our value proposition to Director or C-level audiences.
• Gather and document relevant metrics to demonstrate the impact of technical engagements and proposed solutions.
• Gather customer requirements to support the continuous improvement of our software and collaborate with product development teams to translate customer requirements into new product capabilities, guiding the product roadmap.
• Participate in internal corporate initiatives to share knowledge and to create best practices, both within and outside the Aerospace discipline.
• Mentor junior application engineers, fostering their technical growth and customer-facing skills.
• Support field and digital marketing efforts, including authoring conference presentations, technical papers, and webinars relevant to aerospace applications.
• Actively collaborate with other team members as well as other functions including sales, marketing, and product management/development within and outside of the region to drive customer success.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate the adoption of Digital Mission Engineering software within Spain/France and EMEA’s defense sector, enabling innovative solutions and mission success.
• Enhance customer satisfaction and retention through expert guidance and hands-on support.
• Drive technical excellence and thought leadership in model-based engineering across aerospace and defense domains.
• Contribute to the growth of Synopsys' market share in mission engineering applications.
• Influence product development with real-world feedback, ensuring solutions meet industry demands.
• Mentor and inspire colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Aerospace/ Astronautical/ Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Required years of professional experience: 4-5 years of hands-on experience.
• Fluent in writing and speaking both Spanish/French and English.
• Prior experience in modelling and simulation of complex aerospace systems (space launch vehicles, satellites, aircraft, defence systems, etc).
• Demonstrated understanding of aerospace engineering practices, product development lifecycles, experience with building solutions using simulation technology, and deploying those solutions within customers’ engineering workflows.
• Competency in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and familiarity with the following programming languages: Python, MATLAB, C#, Java.
• Familiarity with Communications, Radars, & Sensors Systems (RF propagation, link analysis, jamming/interference, detection and tracking).
• Knowledge of Multiphysics tools (e.g. structural, fluid dynamics, electromagnetics, thermal, etc).
• Track record of delivering exceptional customer outcomes and contributing to revenue impact with A&D industry.
• Ability to organize and drive multiple complex projects across geographically diverse locations. Possesses a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Demonstrated use of Ansys DME software (STK, ODTK) is preferred.
• Understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) is preferred.
• Familiarity with Astrodynamics (orbital mechanics, trajectory optimization) and/or Flight Dynamics (aircraft stability and control, aerodynamic performance) is preferred.

Who You Are:

• Excellent communicator, able to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Customer-centric, with a consultative approach and strong relationship-building skills.
• Team player, collaborative and supportive of global colleagues.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Analytical thinker, adept at problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Proactive learner, open to new technologies and industry developments.
• Logical problem-solving, strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to facilitate and conduct webinars and presentations to customers and a wide range of audiences.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic, globally distributed team focused on advancing model-based engineering within the defense sector. Our team covers mission engineering topics worldwide, working collaboratively to increase the adoption and impact of Synopsys Digital Mission Engineering software. Together, we drive innovation, share knowledge, and deliver solutions that empower our customers to achieve their missions.