Senior Simulation Engineer - Autonomous Flight (Remote)

SkyGrid; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage from day one

401(k) retirement plan

Mindfulness resources

ClassPass membership

Learning and development stipend

Team building events

Fully stocked kitchen

Job summary

SkyGrid is seeking a Simulation Engineer III to build and validate simulation capabilities within the SkyGrid environment. The role requires strong execution across development, integration, and collaboration with Boeing, Wisk, and external partners.

You will coordinate with the Systems Engineering Manager and align simulation work with program milestones, ensuring artifacts support Gate reviews and product validation in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, robotics, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in simulation development, systems integration, or similar technical domains.
• Strong understanding of simulation frameworks, tools, and architectures.
• Experience integrating third-party simulation tools and APIs.
• Experience in software coding (Python, MATLAB, Simulink) to build/test simulation models.
• Ability to document simulation artifacts for handover to development teams.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop simulation capabilities for SkyGrid products and services.
• Integrate simulation tools and resources from Boeing, Wisk, and partners.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Foster collaboration within the simulation team and with internal/external stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of simulation processes and tools.
• Prepare and present technical updates to leadership and external partners.

Skills

Simulation development

Systems integration

Python

MATLAB

Simulink

APIs integration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, robotics, or related field

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Simulink

External simulation tools (Boeing, etc.)

Job description

SkyGrid is seeking a Simulation Engineer III to build and validate simulation capabilities within the SkyGrid environment. The role requires strong execution across development, integration, and collaboration with Boeing, Wisk, and external partners.

You will coordinate with the Systems Engineering Manager and align simulation work with program milestones, ensuring artifacts support Gate reviews and product validation in a hybrid work model.