Simulation modeling engineer

About our client:Our Client operates in the Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Industry, with its headquarters rooted strongly in the United States. It has its branches spread to more than 90 countries, providing employment to more than 10,000 people all over the world. They fall in the Top 300 Companies as Canada’s Best Employers for 2021. Their core business is manufacturing Civil and Military Rotary-Wing Craft for their clients.Responsibilities:The Simulation Engineer is responsible for maintaining and developing aircraft simulation models and aircraft simulation hardware for real-time simulation and desktop analysis, to meet program and customer defined requirements. The Simulation Engineer will be an integral part of the overall IPT structure, working closely with customers and subcontractors.Maintenance and development of aircraft simulation modelsIntegrate simulation hardware subsystems with simulation modelsDevelop simulation models of cockpit avionicsProvide status updates for major program milestonesPerform Configuration Management for developed softwareRequirements: Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science is required. Aerospace, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degrees may be considered with applicable experience.Experience:2+ years’ experience in developing simulation models, including hardware and software integration is required. Aircraft modeling experience is preferred.Requires or C or C++ experience in a Linux development environmentRequires familiarity with software DevOps processes.Requires experience with Git version control system and Subversion.Experience developing Matlab/Simulink based models and integrating with legacy software is desired.Experience with Human Machine Interface development tools is desiredMust have the ability to prioritize tasks and work assignmentsMust have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.Must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, as well as horizontal integrations across the other teams.Demonstrated Communication Skills needed to brief top-level management, customers and/or large groups on an occasional-to-frequent basisTextron Relocation Assistance policy is in effect / applies for this position for candidates who qualify