Research Fellow: AI-Driven Flight Deck Systems Integration

Cranfield University; Cranfield; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranfield University in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, invites applications for a Research Fellow in AI-Enabled Flight Deck Systems Integration and Validation. The role combines AI, flight dynamics, and real-time simulation to create an integrated assistant for pilots, tested in our research flight simulator.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in aerospace engineering or related field, be proficient in C#, C++, or Python, and have Unity experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in aerospace engineering or related field.
• Proficient in programming languages (C#, C++, Python) with Unity experience.
• Solid understanding of AI/ML to integrate and test software.
• Publication record and ability to collaborate with industry and academia.

Responsibilities

• Build the software platform and automated tests for integrated AI flight-deck system.
• Set up flight scenarios and run simulator trials with pilots.
• Manage daily operation of the simulator laboratory and publish results.
• Collaborate with project partners across organisations.

Skills

C#

C++

Python

Unity

AI/ML basics

Education

PhD in aerospace engineering or related field

Job description

Cranfield University in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, invites applications for a Research Fellow in AI-Enabled Flight Deck Systems Integration and Validation. The role combines AI, flight dynamics, and real-time simulation to create an integrated assistant for pilots, tested in our research flight simulator.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in aerospace engineering or related field, be proficient in C#, C++, or Python, and have Unity experience.