Senior Simulation Engineer

Quest Global; Carnforth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and engineering services firm is seeking a Simulator Engineer to develop software for the Project X Active Cockpit simulator. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C/C++ programming with relevant engineering qualifications. This hybrid role requires at least 2 days per week onsite in Preston, UK, and emphasizes creative problem-solving and independent work. Additional skills in tools like Mercurial and Jira are a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong programming knowledge in C/C++.
• Experience with configuration control tools.
• Ability to thrive in fluid environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for Project X Active Cockpit simulator.
• Manage technical risk and report progress.
• Mentor team members and develop architectural solutions.

Skills

Programming in C/C++

Initiative and independence

Creative thinking

Security Clearance

Education

Degree in Engineering, Maths or Physics

Tools

Visual Studio

Mercurial

Linux

Jira

Job description

Job Requirements

Requirement:

Candidates should currently be working as a software developer, with a firm foundation in computing, engineering and simulation.

Candidate will be joining the Modelling & Simulation (M&S) discipline within customer team, which as a whole supports development on the platforms across the entire product lifecycle - from concept analysis through to Test & Evaluation (T&E) and Training. As a Simulator Engineer the candidates will be part of Simulation department within the T&E Evaluation organisation, working closely with the Project X to explore future cockpit and avionics designs on project X.

The team you will be joining develops the Project X Active Cockpit simulator and its supporting utilities - prototyping new avionic and cockpit designs in conjunction with engineers from the Project X. The role will provide opportunities ranging from advanced software development, through to trial preparation, execution and analysis. Some team members specialise, whilst others enjoy the variety and broad experience on offer within the Simulation department.

The role will be hybrid with a requirement to work a minimum of 2 days a week from Customer Site (Preferably: Preston, UK)

Work Experience

Job Responsibilities:

As a Simulator Engineer his / her Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development of software used to run the Project X Active Cockpit simulator.
• Ownership of requirements, design and implementation, system integration and test, within schedule and estimates.
• Adherence to systems engineering practices
• Reporting on progress and providing feedback to team members and leadership
• Production of appropriate technical documentation
• Design of technical solutions, integrating COTS hardware and software
• Planning and Estimating development activities
• Management of technical risk
• Working with customers to support delivered systems and resolve issues
• Technical Management of tasks.
• Line Management & Mentoring of team members
• Development/Refinement of development processes.
• Developing System Architectures to meet emerging IT & IT Security requirements
• Developing new work opportunities for the department and wider Test & Evaluation

Essential skills/qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Maths or Physics.
• Strong programming knowledge and experience in C/C++ using Visual Studio
• Project X domain knowledge, particularly cockpit Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Experience of configuration control tools, particularly Mercurial.
• Ability to use your own initiative and act independently as required - requirements and tasks are often fluid in nature and it is essential that you are comfortable and able to thrive in this type of environment.
• Pro-active with the ability to think creatively.
• Security Clearance Required

Desirable skills/qualifications

• Experience in Task Leading duties, including QMS documentation.
• Mentoring.
• Knowledge and experience of Linux.
• Avionics/Mission systems domain knowledge.
• Use of Jira to manage software tasks.
• Knowledge of Simulation Interoperability (HLA/DIS/Link16) and associated standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence in presenting information to a wide variety of stakeholders.
• General Military aircraft domain knowledge and interest.