AI Flight Deck Research Fellow | Real-Time Simulator Trials

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training in simulator trials with Pilø

Job summary

The Cranfield University Centre for Aeronautics, Propulsion and Power invites applications for a senior research role focused on integrating AI and monitoring components into a real-time pilot assistant for engine management. The role involves developing the software platform, running simulator trials with pilots, and publishing results in collaboration with industry partners.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in aerospace engineering or related field, strong programming skills (C#, C++,

Qualifications

• PhD in aerospace engineering or related field, or equivalent research experience.
• Experience in aircraft modelling, simulation, flight dynamics or flight control.
• Good publication record for career stage.
• Capable programmer in C#, C++, Python and basic AI knowledge for integration.

Responsibilities

• Build the software platform and automated tests that let the four partner AI and monitoring parts run as one system in real time.
• Set up flight scenarios for the research flight simulator.
• Plan and run simulator trials with pilots to show the integrated assistant works and is safe to use.
• Manage the day-to-day running of the simulator laboratory.
• Publish the research results.

Skills

C#

C++

Python

AI basics

Well organized

Education

PhD in aerospace engineering

Tools

Unity

Job description

The Cranfield University Centre for Aeronautics, Propulsion and Power invites applications for a senior research role focused on integrating AI and monitoring components into a real-time pilot assistant for engine management. The role involves developing the software platform, running simulator trials with pilots, and publishing results in collaboration with industry partners.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in aerospace engineering or related field, strong programming skills (C#, C++,