Simulation Software Engineer
Manassas, VA 
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Simulation Software Engineer
Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Simulation Software Engineer to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

- Define, analyze, and review simulation software requirements to meet defined and anticipated testing and training needs.
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines in planning, design, and development of simulation interfaces to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility.
- Use a model-based approach to design simulation software and implement functionality, conduct design reviews and unit tests.
- Write test plans and test cases, execute test procedures for integration and system-level testing.
- Write test scripts for robustness and failure injection tests.
- Use an integrated Hardware in the Loop simulator to exercise timing critical interfaces.
- Develop user panels and GUI's that mimic aircraft panels and cockpit controls.
- Report on testing results and identify risk areas.

Minimum Requirements

B.S. in one of the following engineering degrees (M.S. preferred):
- Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

- Modeling and Simulation or Engineering Physics.
- Similar relevant discipline.
- Must be a US Citizen or Legal US Permanent Resident.

Demonstrated, hands-on professional experience in the following areas:

- Model-based design and test using the Simulink/Stateflow tool chain.
- Simulation software development in a relevant subject matter area: robotics, electrical systems, propulsion, navigation, general aerospace flight control, UAS or payload control.
- Modeling and emulation of messaging interfaces.
- Development and operation of hardware-in-the-loop simulators.
- Testing and troubleshooting of HW/SW interfaces.
- Demonstrated capability to have personally developed (i.e. modeled or written) software that is used for confirming functionality, failure mode testing or equivalent simulation within the last 12 months.
- Demonstrated use of test platforms for complex HW/SW integrated systems.

Preferred Requirements

- Experience with Mathworks real time Simulink/Stateflow Auto-Coder Toolchain.
- Experience in Model-Based Design and simulation using Mathworks Simulink/Stateflow to develop production code.
- Work experience developing production software in an autonomous vehicle or robotics environment.
- Experience in object-oriented programming in C++.
- Using the IBM DOORS Requirements Management software or Cameo for requirements management.
- Understanding of Systems Engineering Verification and Validation model.
- Using the Atlassian tool suite for SW lifecycle management.

Physical Requirements

- None.

Salary Range (Annualized USD)
  • Minimum Range: $75,000.00 to $134,000.00
  • Maximum Range: $93,000.00 to $165,000.00
Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora's innovation is combined with Boeing's size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Aurora Flight Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

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Job Summary
Company
Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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