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Senior Simulation Engineer - C++
Hybrid, oxfordshire
Permanent - Great salary and bens
Leading aerospace company is seeking simulation software engineer to work on cutting edge european projects within the sustainable engineering market.
What you'll Do:

  • Design develop and test aerospace simulators
  • Develop and integrate simulation software based on allocated client requirements
  • Validate, configure, and deploy simulation software
  • Develop scripts based on the client’s operational scenarios
  • Perform maintenance activities on simulators to ensure highest availability to users
  • Write startup scripts in order to configure simulators as required
    What you'll need:
  • 4+ years in software industry
  • Sound knowledge of modern C++
  • Experience in debugging, profiling on Linux
  • experience in safety critical industry such as space, satellite, aerospace, medical, automotive
  • Object oriented programming using UML, design patterns
    For a full consultation please apply today with an up to date CV and contact details. We look forward to receiving your application

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