Develop physics-based models representative of aircraft dynamics (aerodynamics, ground reactions, actuator models, etc.)
Identify, request, and analyze flight tests necessary to inform modeling
Conduct closed-loop testing of flight control systems with simulated aircraft dynamics
Develop tools for visualizing and analyzing simulation and flight data
Perform validation of simulation models against flight test data

MS in aerospace engineering, robotics, or related field
8+ years experience with aerodynamics, flight dynamics simulation, and system identification
Experience with Python, C++, MATLAB/Simulink, and Linux-based development environments and scripting
Experience with developing validated physics-based models as well as integration and testing of these models
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

PhD in aerospace engineering, robotics, or related field
Experience with high fidelity physics-based aircraft or other complex simulation systems
Current pilot, instrument or commercial ratings

Hybrid — Mountain View, CA, Seattle, WA, remote

Employees working from Mountain View, CA may expect very little travel
Employees working from Seattle, WA or remotely can expect 20% travel
Position requires access to information subject to U.S. export controls
Offer of employment is contingent upon applicant’s capacity to comply with U.S. export control laws
Applicants must provide documentation establishing status as a U.S. person or non-U.S. person
Non-U.S. persons may be excluded if export license is required and not obtainable
Equal Opportunity Employer: does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or other protected basis
Reasonable accommodations available upon request by contacting work@reliable.co

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