Aerospace Engineer – Simulation and Modeling (Level 2)  Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is seeking a full-time Aerospace Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (Level 2) to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The aerospace engineer will assist in the multi-functional product development of new aircraft design and control systems while collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel.  **This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA **     Aerospace Engineer – Simulation and Modeling (Level 2)  Responsibilities and Duties:   + Design and integration of flight dynamics models.  + Develop, test, and implement custom software-based simulation tools.  + Support development of aircraft guidance, navigation, and control systems.  + Support testing of autonomous flight vehicles.  + Process and review flight data, debug complex flight controller issues, and produce test reports.  + Perform analysis, simulation, and engineering trade studies to support design decisions.   + Clearly communicate engineering ideas, progress, and results using written reports and oral presentations to supervisors, project managers, and customers.  + Collaborate with team members to accomplish project goals in a timely fashion.    Required Qualifications and Skills:  + Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.  + 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.  + Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink.  + Experience with nonlinear 6 degree of freedom (6DoF) flight simulators.  + Familiarity with UNIX/Linux and Windows operating systems.  + Experience using programming version control software such as Git.  + Fundamental understanding of related disciplines including aircraft stability & control, aircraft performance, flight controllers, microcontrollers, systems engineering, computational optimization, etc.  + Experience with batch and/or Monte Carlo simulation.  + Experience with trim/numerical linearization.  + Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  + Strong writing & presentation skills.  + Willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo, CA.  + US Citizenship required.    Desirable Qualifications and Skills:  + Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent and/or 5+ years of experience.  + Experience with Python, VBA, C++, and/or other coding languages.  + Experience with RC aircraft and/or open-source autopilot software (i.e. PX4, ArduPilot).  + Experience with state estimators and inertial navigation systems.  + Experience with frequency domain analysis, bode diagrams, and transfer functions.  + Experience with system identification techniques.  + Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) and test-based development.  + Familiarity with the design of aircraft and common aircraft systems.  + Familiarity with requirements capture at the aircraft and/or systems level.  + Familiarity with civil and military regulations for fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft.  + Familiarity with electric vertical takeoff / landing (eVTOL) design concepts.  + Familiarity with the urban air mobility (UAM) market space.  + Familiarity with OpenVSP / VSPAERO, XFOIL, XROTOR, AVL, etc    Standard Benefits:    + Health: Health/Dental/Vision     + PTO    + Paid Holidays    + Retirement: 401k     + Casual dress code, Free snacks    + Amazing location to live, work, and play        ESAero is an equal opportunity employer    E-Verify participation required for employment.  Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States     Must be able to pass background check    Salary Range: $80,000-$130,000 Powered by JazzHR