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Modeling & Simulation Engineer (R4869)

Shield AI· X-BAT Division – X-BAT Engineering - Software
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Seattle, Washington, Boston, Massachusetts, Dallas, Texas, San Diego, California$130k - $200k + equity + bonusFull Time EmployeePosted 6mo ago

About the role

The Aircraft Simulation team develops and deploys simulation tools and models for autonomous aircraft, enabling evaluation of flight algorithms at scale. The role focuses on building and validating a foundational simulation platform for next-generation VTOL aircraft, using C++ across physics, surrogate ML methods, and multi-domain integration.

Responsibilities

  • Develop infrastructure and models in C++ for autonomous aircraft simulation.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in modern aerospace and software engineering.
  • Architect deterministic, high-performance simulation software.
  • Lead verification and validation (V&V) analysis studies on models and model tooling.
  • Collaborate with autonomy, embedded, GNC, and test engineering teams to ensure simulation mirrors real aircraft behavior and mission scenarios.
  • Contribute to platform-agnostic simulation tooling to accelerate future development efforts.
  • Train and guide junior engineers in modeling and simulation best practices.

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Aerospace, Robotics, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in simulation software development with C++ competency; exceptional candidates with less experience and demonstrated depth will be considered.
  • Strong understanding of rigid-body dynamics, kinematics, and the physics of dynamic systems.
  • Proven experience developing or integrating simulation systems for robotics, aerospace, and/or other complex dynamic systems (e.g., maritime, space, defense ground systems, or gaming).
  • Ability to debug complex build and runtime environments.
  • Experience with simulation verification and validation.
  • Strong communication skills across software, hardware, and systems disciplines.
  • Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance; Secret clearance eligibility requires US Citizenship.

Skills

Required:C++Rigid-body dynamics & kinematicsSimulation verification & validationCross-disciplinary collaborationClearance eligibility (Secret)

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Salary compensation is influenced by skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and location
  • All offers contingent on cleared background and possible reference check
  • Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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