Senior Flight Dynamics & Simulation Engineer — RSU Eligible

XWING; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 113,900 - 187,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Job summary

XWING is seeking a Senior Aircraft Dynamics & Simulation Software Engineer in Santa Cruz, CA. This role involves designing flight dynamics models using modern C++ and Python and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates hold an advanced degree with 2+ years of industry experience in related fields. Compensation ranges from $113,900 to $187,400 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years industry experience or 5+ years with a university degree.
• Expert-level understanding of modeling techniques.
• Proficiency with professional software practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement flight dynamics models using C++ and Python.
• Develop modular simulation physics components.
• Collaborate with flight control engineers and simulation developers.

Skills

Modeling techniques

Python proficiency

C++ proficiency

Aero modeling technique selection

Education

Advanced degree in a related discipline (PhD/MS/MEng)

University degree in related discipline with 5+ years experience

Tools

Git/GitHub

Job description

XWING is seeking a Senior Aircraft Dynamics & Simulation Software Engineer in Santa Cruz, CA. This role involves designing flight dynamics models using modern C++ and Python and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates hold an advanced degree with 2+ years of industry experience in related fields. Compensation ranges from $113,900 to $187,400 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.