Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Aerospace ​/ Aviation ​/ Avionics

Job Description

Join a dynamic team as a Motion and Controls Engineer within the Flight Dynamics Group. This position requires a motivated and self‑driven individual to develop, integrate, test, and document motion and flight control simulations for flight training simulators. These simulators are designed for a variety of fixed and rotary‑wing commercial and military aircraft. A strong foundation in aerodynamics, mechatronics, and servo design is essential to thrive in our fast‑paced, dynamic prototyping environment.

• Develop aircraft test plans and provide on‑site data collection support.
• Post‑process aircraft test data and prepare simulator verification data roadmaps.
• Design simulator motion and control loading systems.
• Develop real‑time executable math models for aircraft motion and flight control simulations.
• Integrate simulation models with simulator hardware, computers, software, and other simulated systems.
• Prepare simulator qualification test guides and acceptance test procedures.
• Participate in domestic and international simulator acceptance and qualification events with customers, military organizations, and commercial regulatory agencies.
• Prepare math model reports and associated simulator documentation.
• Participate in system requirements, design, and test reviews.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplined engineering groups to ensure simulator performance and quality standards.
• Stay current with the latest domestic and international flight simulator regulations and technologies.
• Provide technical content for proposals and technical specifications.

• 5 years or more of experience in developing/integrating flight dynamic models and creating Qualification Test Guides (QTGs) in the flight simulation industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience with feedback control systems.
• Experience with real‑time modeling.

• Rigorous understanding of servo control and stability.
• In‑depth understanding of fixed and rotary‑wing aircraft flight control systems.
• Knowledge of motion, vibration, and buffet simulation methods.
• Proficiency with modern software systems, including C/C++, Python, Linux, Git.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Strategic innovator with critical thinking skills.
• Strong work ethic, accountability, and integrity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% annually.
• Direct experience designing 6
  
  DOF motion systems and/or control loading systems.
• Field experience with aircraft testing.
• Piloting knowledge of fixed‑wing and/or rotary‑wing aircraft.

This role offers a unique and interesting work environment within a large organization, promoting continued growth and learning. The position operates on a 9/80 work schedule on‑site.

This is a Permanent position based out of Lutz, FL.

The pay range for this position is $95,000.00 - $/yr.

Benefits relocation package.

This is a fully onsite position in Lutz, FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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