Senior Full Flight Simulation Engineer (all genders)

This is what drives you:

You have a clear idea of what you want: To contribute to the vision of safe and energy-efficient flying, in a team of like-minded aviation enthusiasts who are determined to shape the future of aviation.

This is what you can do:

Simulator Development and Design:

• Accountable for the complete lifecycle of the D328eco training simulator, from concept and design through to operational deployment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and review technical specifications that accurately describe the D328eco´s performance, systems and flight dynamics.
• Specify and detail aircraft-specific features into the simulator, ensuring that visual, motion, control, and system behaviors mirror the D328eco aircraft.
• Act as the focal point for the compilation and provisioning of the comprehensive simulator data package required by the simulator manufacturer

Testing, Qualification, and Compliance:

• Lead the testing and validation of the simulator, designing protocols that thoroughly assess accuracy, reliability, and system functionality.
• Ensure simulators meet or exceed regulatory requirements (e.g., EASA CS FSTD, FAA Part 60) for the D328eco, preparing and maintaining qualification documentation.
• Partner with regulatory bodies to achieve and maintain simulator certification, staying updated on changes to regulatory standards affecting the D328eco.

Operational Maintenance and Support:

• Provide lifecycle support for D328eco simulators, including troubleshooting, updates, and technical modifications as required.
• Regularly evaluate simulator performance against evolving D328eco operational requirements and user feedback, implementing adjustments for optimal training fidelity.

Project Leadership and Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Take a lead role in planning and managing the simulator development timeline, balancing quality, budget, and delivery milestones.
• Collaborate closely with D328eco program engineers, flight test teams, simulator manufacturer and regulatory bodies to incorporate aircraft updates, modifications, and feedback into the simulator.
• Act as the primary point of accountability for simulator-related decisions and ensure alignment with D328eco program objectives.

You’ll bring this with you:

• Bachelor´s degree or higher in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience with full-flight simulator development, with direct experience on programs similar to the D328eco or other turbo prop regional aircraft.
• Deep understanding of aircraft systems, flight physics, and aerodynamics, specifically applied to flight simulation.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for flight simulators, including EASA CS-FSTD and FAA Part 60
• Strong project management skills and accountability for meeting program objectives within scope and budget.

What we offer

• At 328 you will find the tasks and the freedom to develop new ideas, to enhance your skills as well as to upgrade and share your knowledge
• Flexible working hours & 30 days of vacation a year
• Accident insurance & capital-forming benefits
• A subsidized canteen
• Airport Oberpfaffenhofen 30 minutes from munich city central train station or free parking at the airfield

Did we arouse your interest?

We are looking forward to your application.

Deutsche Aircraft GmbH
Human Resources
Airport Oberpfaffenhofen
82234 Weßling – Germany