Working Student: Flight Simulator setup and support (m/f/d)
Garching an der Alz, Bayern, Germany
Job Description Summary GE Aviation is developing and investigating modern pilot-assistance technology. To test and validate our newest concepts and cockpit design ideas, a flight simulator will be set up on site. You will be involved in setting up the facility space, sourcing of relevant material, and the commissioning and operation of the simulator in close cooperation with GE experts worldwide.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
In your role you will:
Qualifications/Requirements:
Desired Characteristics:
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
In your role you will:
- Understand the functionality and structure of the simulator
- Be involved in preparing the facility space and physical setup of components
- Source material focusing on cost out and making use of local suppliers
- Work with an expert team in the UK to set up and commission the simulator
- Local Integration of simulation hardware, like flight controls and avionics, and the application of software and tools
- Demonstrate the simulator's basic functionality and take ownership of software updates, maintenance and alike
- Support and ensure the operation of the simulator and troubleshoot any problems
- Assist GE experts in work related to the use of the simulator
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Student of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, , computer sciences, mechatronics or similar
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Profound knowledge of LINUX and network-based system infrastructures
- Experience in integrating electronic hardware and software
- Self-motivated, structured work style and good communication skills
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience in using CAD tools focusing on mechanical layouts and structures
- Aeronautical experience or good understanding of cockpit processes and design
- Advanced knowledge of flight simulation software (e.g. X-Plane, MS Flight Simulator)
- Experience in programming (any language)
- Long-term availability (possible continuation into bachelor's/master's thesis project encouraged)
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
- Pay
- N/A
- Hours
- Full time
- Type
- Contract
- Rating
- N/A
- Licence
- N/A
Posted 19 Mar 2021
Closes 18 Apr 2021
Ref: R3554399
This job was posted to: Product support
