Lab Test Simulation Integration Engineer (Tech Spec I)

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Test Simulation Integration Engineer designs, develops, and integrates real-time simulation systems with aircraft hardware and software in Hardware-in-the-Loop test environments. The role builds and integrates Simulink models, connects aircraft controllers and simulation platforms through analog, discrete, data bus, and Ethernet interfaces, and develops automated scripts and utilities to support testing. The engineer interprets aircraft and simulation electrical drawings, troubleshoots lab and aircraft-system issues, and responds to test engineers’ requests for new functionality. The position contributes to planning and coordinating engineering projects, developing technical approaches, and resolving difficult problems within schedule and cost objectives. It works under limited supervision and may provide specialized technical assistance to team members, with work reviewed for accuracy and consistency with overall objectives. The engineer liaises with people outside the assigned group, improves lab processes, and keeps current with developments in simulation, testing, and aircraft systems to improve product quality and testing effectiveness. The role is based on-site in a lab environment in Savannah, Georgia, with up to 25% travel. It is a first-shift, full-time position. Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
With a bachelor’s degree, 5 years of experience in a specific technical discipline or 10 years of broad engineering experience across several technical disciplines.
Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and integrating real-time simulation systems, such as dSPACE, Applied Dynamics International, National Instruments, or Speedgoat, with aircraft hardware and software in Hardware-in-the-Loop environments.
Proficiency with Simulink for model development, simulation, and system integration.
Experience using Python or another high-level programming language to develop automated test scripts, testing utilities, or lab support tools.
Ability to interpret aircraft and simulation electrical drawings.
Hands-on experience integrating analog, discrete, data bus, and Ethernet interfaces with aircraft controllers and third-party simulation platforms.
Working knowledge of aircraft data and communication protocols such as ARINC 429, ARINC 664, and RS-485.
Clear communication and interpersonal skills for a customer-facing lab environment, and ability to work effectively as requirements and development conditions change.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering; electrical or computer engineering degrees with relevant aircraft and simulation experience will also be considered.
Advanced degree in an engineering-related field. Related advanced-degree credit may be considered up to 2 years for a master’s degree and 4 years for a PhD in an applicable field.
Pilot license.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and integrate real-time simulation systems with aircraft hardware and software in Hardware-in-the-Loop test environments.
Build and integrate Simulink models for simulation, system evaluation, and lab testing.
Connect analog, discrete, data bus, and Ethernet interfaces with aircraft controllers and third-party simulation platforms.
Develop automated test scripts, testing utilities, and lab support tools using Python or another high-level programming language.
Interpret aircraft and simulation electrical drawings to support integration and troubleshooting.
Respond to test engineers’ requests for new functionality and resolve aircraft or lab-system issues.
Plan, coordinate, and contribute to engineering projects, developing technical approaches and solutions within schedule and cost objectives.
Provide specialized technical assistance to team members and liaise with representatives outside the assigned group or area.
Improve daily lab processes and ensure work meets customer requirements.
Maintain current knowledge of developments in simulation, testing, and related aircraft fields, and recommend innovations that improve product quality and effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned.