Test & Evaluation Bangalore Test & Evaluation Software Engineer - Flight Simulator Bangalore

Sarla Aviation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarla Aviation in Bengaluru is seeking a skilled Software Engineer - Flight Simulator to join our growing team and contribute to the development of a real-time, end-to-end simulation framework for eVTOL programs. You will collaborate with flight controls, avionics, autonomy, and hardware teams to advance verification and validation efforts.

The role emphasizes strong C++ development for performance-critical systems, Python tooling, and ROS/ROS2 interfaces, with exposure to SIL/HIL testing and

Qualifications

• 3–6 years in flight simulation, real-time or high-fidelity simulations.
• Experience building simulation software from ground up.
• Strong proficiency in C++ for real-time development.
• Python for test automation, simulation tooling, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain an end-to-end real-time flight simulation framework, including dynamics, propulsion models, flight control and avionics interfaces.
• Own the full software lifecycle for simulator components: requirements interpretation, design, implementation, integration, testing, and maintenance.
• Automate and execute simulator V&V activities and support SIL, HIL, and pilot-in-the-loop use cases.
• Ensure deterministic real-time performance with a focus on latency, stability, reliability, and repeatability.
• Integrate the simulator with visual systems, image generators, audio, motion platforms, and VR/MR devices, and build real-time interfaces over ROS/ROS2, UDP/TCP, DIS, HLA, or custom protocols.
• Debug complex issues spanning multi-threaded software, real-time systems, and integrated environments.
• Produce and maintain design descriptions, interface control documents, test plans and test reports, supporting simulator qualification and certification readiness.

Skills

C++ real-time

Python

Linux development

Multi-threaded software

Version control / automated testing

Tools

ROS/ROS2

DDS

HLA/DIS protocols

Job description

Sarla Aviation is at the forefront of revolutionizing urban air mobility with its cutting-edge eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-off and Landing) aircraft featuring innovative tilt-rotor technology. Sarla Aviation, a pioneer in the development of sustainable, efficient, and safe air transportation systems, is dedicated to influencing the future of aviation. We are seeking a skilled and driven Software Engineer - Flight Simulator to join our expanding team and contribute to the success of our eVTOL program.

About the Role:

You will be one of the core engineers on our flight simulation capability, building the simulator framework from the ground up. The simulator will underpin system verification and validation, test and evaluation campaigns, and pilot-in-the-loop studies across the program. You will own significant portions of the software stack and work daily with flight controls, avionics, vehicle systems, autonomy, human factors, and hardware teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain an end-to-end real-time flight simulation framework, including aircraft dynamics, propulsion models, flight control and avionics interfaces, environmental effects, and failure modes.
• Own the full software lifecycle for simulator components: requirements interpretation, design, implementation, integration, testing, and maintenance.
• Automate and execute simulator V&V activities (unit, integration, regression, and performance testing) and support SIL, HIL, and pilot-in-the-loop use cases for test and evaluation campaigns.
• Ensure deterministic real-time performance with a focus on latency, stability, reliability, and repeatability.
• Integrate the simulator with visual systems, image generators, audio, motion platforms, and VR/MR devices, and build real-time interfaces to external systems over ROS/ROS2, UDP/TCP, DIS, HLA, or custom protocols.
• Debug complex issues spanning multi-threaded software, real-time systems, and integrated hardware and software environments.
• Produce and maintain design descriptions, interface control documents, test plans, and test reports, and support simulator qualification and acceptance testing in support of certification readiness.

Required Qualifications:

• 3-6 years of experience in flight simulation, real-time systems, robotics simulation, or high-fidelity simulation software development.
• Proven experience building simulation software or frameworks from the ground up.
• Strong proficiency in C++ for real-time, performance-critical development.
• Working knowledge of flight dynamics and physics modelling fundamentals, including 6-DOF equations of motion and numerical integration.
• Proficiency in Python for test automation, simulation tooling, and data analysis.
• Experience with middleware and inter-process communication such as ROS/ROS2, DDS, or equivalent.
• Disciplined software practices: version control, code review, automated testing, and maintenance of production code.
• Comfort in Linux development environments and with multi-threaded software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with eVTOL, rotorcraft, or advanced aircraft simulation.
• Exposure to visual, audio, motion cueing, or immersive (VR/MR) simulator systems.
• Hands-on SIL/HIL experience with real-time hardware integration.
• Familiarity with simulation interoperability standards such as DIS or HLA.
• Exposure to verification, validation, or certification-oriented environments; familiarity with DO-178C or DO-331 concepts is a plus, not a requirement.

Why Join Us?

Be a part of a world-class team in an environment where your work directly contributes to shaping the future of urban air mobility.

Thrive in our culture of diversity, inclusion, and innovation, where your unique perspectives and ideas are valued.

Enjoy a competitive compensation package, with opportunities for growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry.

Sarla Aviation is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, championing equality and empowering every individual. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, not just our similarities. Therefore, we warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. Join us at Sarla Aviation, where your unique background and perspective are not just welcomed—they are celebrated.