SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER

THE COMPANY

For over 40 years, Aero Simulation, Inc. (ASI) has provided quality flight training devices to the US Military. ASI has successfully built numerous training systems with a primary focus on aircrew and maintenance training systems. Our current programs include, but are not limited to, the B-1 Training Systems (Air Force), E-2D Training Systems (Navy), CH-53E Training Devices (USMC), IMOMS (Coast Guard), Navigation, Seamanship, Shiphandling Trainer - NSST (Navy). To learn more about ASI visit Programs- Aero Simulation, Inc.

ASI is a 100% employee-owned engineering and manufacturing company committed to supporting the nation's warfighters. Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other - and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We strive to deliver exceptional quality, elevate client relationships, and enrich the careers and lives of our employee-owners. As Employee-Owners, we are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the company.

In addition to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), we offer a flexible work environment, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, industry competitive compensation, and superior benefits to include medical, dental, 401k and more!

ASI is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality, service and to fostering a community of support for each and every member of the team. To learn more about this opportunity, keep reading!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Systems Engineer supports the B-1 Training System Support Center (TSSC) and serves as a senior technical contributor responsible for the research, design, development, integration, and sustainment of advanced aircraft training and simulation systems. This role plays a key part in delivering mission-critical, high-fidelity training capabilities in support of U.S. Air Force and Department of Defense (DoD) customers.

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced systems engineer with a strong background in real-time simulation, avionics integration, distributed training systems, and immersive visual environments. This position requires advanced systems thinking, hands-on technical execution, and the ability to architect, integrate, and validate complex hardware and software solutions. The role includes development and integration of real-time visual environments using Unity and custom graphics solutions to support immersive training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Systems Architecture & Engineering Execution

• Apply systems engineering principles to architect, design, develop, integrate, and validate complex aircraft training and simulation systems
• Perform system architecture development, requirements analysis, trade studies, and technical risk assessments
• Design and integrate real-time software and hardware solutions supporting flight, mission, and sensor simulation
• Lead system-level integration activities involving avionics interfaces, flight controls, networking systems, motion platforms, and visual systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system, software, and integration issues across development, integration, and sustainment phases

Research, Development & Innovation

• Lead and contribute to applied research, development, and prototyping of next-generation aircraft training and simulation technologies
• Evaluate emerging tools, frameworks, and architectures to improve fidelity, performance, and maintainability of simulation systems
• Develop technical concepts and proof-of-concept solutions to support future capabilities and customer needs

Simulation Software & Visual Environment Development

• Develop, integrate, and optimize real-time simulation software on Linux and Windows platforms
• Design and implement real-time 3D visual and immersive environments using Unity and custom graphics solutions
• Support development and integration of graphical user interfaces and visualization components
• Apply best practices in real-time performance optimization, configuration management, and software quality assurance

Verification, Validation & Sustainment

• Conduct system-level testing, verification, validation, and accreditation in accordance with DoD and program standards
• Support integration, test, and sustainment activities in classified and unclassified lab environments
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, engineering analyses, design reviews, and reports
• Support sustainment and lifecycle activities to ensure long-term system reliability and mission readiness

Collaboration & Customer Engagement

• Interface with internal engineering teams, subcontractors, vendors, and Government representatives on technical matters
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and working groups with program stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less-experienced engineers
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while managing technical priorities and stakeholder expectations
• Follow established company, site, and industry processes while contributing to continuous improvement efforts

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position provides technical leadership and mentorship within a collaborative engineering environment but does not have direct supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 7-10 years of progressive engineering experience supporting complex systems (Required)
• Experience developing and maintaining embedded, real-time, or distributed simulation software on Linux and/or Windows platforms
• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering, R&D, and advanced technical development
• Proficiency in C, C++, and/or C# in real-time or high-performance environments
• Experience with system integration, debugging, and performance optimization
• Experience using version control systems (Git, SVN)

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience supporting DoD programs or classified environments (Preferred)
• Experience with avionics interfaces, aircraft data buses, or real-time networking protocols
• Knowledge of embedded systems, hardware interfaces, or I/O systems
• Familiarity with Ada (plus)
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Working knowledge of real-time 3D engines, including Unity, for simulation and training applications
• Experience with immersive display technologies, including VR/AR or dome/visual projection systems
• Familiarity with distributed simulation architectures (e.g., DIS, HLA)

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing requests and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when entering data, reviewing documentation, and maintaining databases.
• Problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, gather relevant information, and escalate appropriately when needed.
• Ability to follow established procedures and work instructions while maintaining flexibility to adapt as processes evolve.
• Basic analytical skills to review order status, identify trends or discrepancies, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Proficiency with standard office software (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word) and the ability to learn internal systems efficiently.
• Customer service orientation, demonstrating responsiveness, professionalism, and accountability when supporting internal teams and suppliers.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Software, Computer Engineering, or related discipline) from an accredited institution is strongly preferred.
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a combination of equivalent military, industry, or hands-on engineering experience demonstrating advanced systems engineering and simulation expertise may be considered.
• Advanced degrees (M.S. or higher) are a plus but not required.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. Citizenship Required: As a federal contractor supporting the U.S. warfighter, it is required that all employees in this role be United States citizens in compliance with government contract and security requirements.
• Background Check: Must be able to successfully pass an initial background screening.
• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. The selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, as required by the position.
• Work Schedule Flexibility: Occasional overtime and alternate shifts may be required to meet customer schedules, critical deadlines, or program milestones.
• Travel Requirements: Must be able and willing to travel domestically and, on occasion, internationally to customer sites, partner locations, or project meetings in support of contract objectives.
• Drug-Free Workplace: ASI maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants and employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with company policy.
• Employment Contingency: All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of all background checks, security clearance requirements, and drug-screening results.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Typically, employees sit comfortably to do their work, interspersed by brief periods of standing, walking, bending carrying papers and books, and extensive periods requiring the use of computer terminals to accomplish work objectives.
• Additional physical skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department or line of business.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in an office environment consisting of offices and cubicles with low to moderate noise and bright or dim lighting. The work is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures. The nature of the work requires a high degree of teamwork and cooperation with other members of the staff as well as external customers.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The following policies apply to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Candidate Reasonable Accommodation

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify Aero Simulation, Inc. by e-mail at jobs@aerosimulation.com or by calling directly at 813-867-4447.

ADA Policy

It is the policy of ASI to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its Amendments. ASI will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. ASI also will make reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with handicaps, disabilities, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made are not an undue hardship for ASI.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ASI is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic/civil partnership or marital status, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive for everyone to be valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.

E-Verify

ASI is proud to be an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

ASI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise, have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.