Lab Test Simulation Integration Engineer (mid-career)

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

20d•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 (HIL) test environments used in Gulfstream aircraft development and production. The role connects simulation platforms and Simulink models with aircraft controllers, hardware, software, and communication interfaces so test engineers can evaluate system behavior and troubleshoot issues in the lab. The engineer develops automated test scripts, testing utilities, and lab support tools; interprets aircraft and simulation electrical drawings; and supports test engineers with new functionality and resolution of aircraft or lab-system issues. The role also plans and coordinates engineering work, develops technical approaches, solves difficult problems within schedule and cost objectives, and improves lab processes and capabilities. Work is performed on-site in a lab environment in Savannah, Georgia, with up to 25% travel. The position works under limited supervision and serves as a liaison with representatives outside the assigned group.

Requirements

A 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

A bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering; electrical or computer engineering degrees with relevant aircraft and simulation experience will also be considered.
An advanced degree in an engineering-related field; experience credit may be considered up to 2 years for a master's degree and 4 years for a PhD in a field applicable to the role.
A 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.
Create automated test scripts, testing utilities, and lab support tools using Python or another high-level programming language.
Interpret aircraft and simulation electrical drawings to guide integration and troubleshooting.
Support test engineers by responding to requests for new functionality and resolving aircraft or lab-system issues.
Plan and coordinate engineering work, develop technical approaches, and solve difficult problems within schedule and cost objectives.
Improve lab processes and keep current with simulation, test, and aircraft-system developments that can strengthen product quality.
Provide specialized technical assistance to team members and technical solutions to difficult problems.
Act as a liaison with representatives outside the assigned group or area.
Perform other duties as assigned.