Simulation Engineer | Aeronautical industry

At Embention, we have spent more than 18 years working toward a clear mission: enabling drones to populate our skies. 

We provide over 700 customers across 70 countries with safety-critical avionics and high-performance components, for advanced air mobility (AAM) including UAVs, drones, and eVTOL aircraft, all developed in compliance with the highest aeronautical certification standards (DO178C, DO254, STANAG, etc.). 

Our technology supports a wide range of programs, from defense and security applications to urban air mobility, cargo transport, and even space-related recovery projects. 

The core of Embention is our R&D organization, with more than 100 engineers across multiple disciplines. Together with the rest of the team, we are a global organization of 175+ professionals aligned around one mission. 

Today, Embention has a strong presence in Spain, a growing local team in Los Angeles (USA), and a high-tech production facility in Abu Dhabi (UAE). 

As part of our strategic growth, we are now strengthening our footprint in the United States. 

If you have a strong background in simulation, a solid foundation in physics and control systems, and you’re motivated to see your models validated in real flight systems, we’d love to meet you. 

💡 Which will be your responsibilities? 

• Develop a comprehensive simulation environment in Simulink/MATLAB for UAV and eVTOL platforms 
• Design and implement vehicle dynamics models, including aerodynamics, propulsion, and actuator dynamics 
• Integrate and interface vehicle dynamics algorithms with the S-function of Veronte 
• Validate and fine-tune the simulation environment through testing and real-world data correlation 
• Collaborate with control system engineers to ensure robust and accurate simulation outputs 
• Optimize simulation performance and fidelity for real-time applications 
• Document models, methodologies, and validation processes for traceability and future improvements 
• Stay up to date with aerospace simulation technologies and best practices 

🕵️‍♀️ What do we need? 

• Bachelor's and Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related field 
• U.S. citizenship required 
• Final year project related to simulation or computer vision 
• Good background in math and physics 
• Experience with at least one of the following: MATLAB/Simulink, C++, or Python
• Proactive attitude 

📚 What do we value? 

• Experience with real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing 
• Knowledge of numerical methods, optimization techniques, and simulation verification methodologies 
• Familiarity with aerodynamic modeling and CFD tools 
• Programming skills in Python or C++ for automation and simulation enhancement 
• Understanding of aerospace certification standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254) 
• Proficiency in vehicle dynamics, flight mechanics, and control systems 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment 

Embention is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment decisions are made based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with role requirements.