Flight Dynamics Simulation Engineer (f/m/d)

TYTAN Technologies

TYTAN is a young deep-tech defense startup that develops a cost-effective counter-drone solution to protect people and critical infrastructure. We are an international team of ambitious engineers who combine expertise in autonomous systems and UAV design.

We are looking for a Flight Dynamics Engineer to own and advance the fidelity of our in-house flight simulation environment. You will be responsible for refining existing flight dynamics models, developing new ones, and ensuring that our simulations match the real-world behavior of our UAV platforms as closely as possible.

Your work sits at the intersection of flight mechanics, aerodynamics, propulsion, software, and flight testing . You will not only improve models, but also design and execute flight tests, analyze real-world data, and continuously close the gap between simulation and reality.

This role requires relevant prior experience and a strong, pragmatic engineering mindset.

Who you are

• Several years of relevant experience in flight dynamics, aircraft modeling, or aerospace simulation.
• Strong theoretical foundation in:
  • Flight mechanics
  • Aerodynamics
  • Rigid body dynamics
  • Propulsion systems
• Experience with fixed-wing, multirotor, and/or VTOL aircraft flight dynamics. (our models cover both fixed-wing and multirotor platforms)
• Proven hands‑on experience working with real aircraft or UAVs.
• Experience validating flight dynamics models against real flight test data.
• Experience performing trim calculations, linearization, and stability analysis for fixed-wing, multirotor, and/or VTOL aircraft.
• Comfortable designing and executing flight test campaigns.
• Experience with flight dynamics modeling, system identification, or handling qualities analysis.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C++.
• Familiarity with simulation environments, modeling frameworks, or numerical analysis tools.
• A pragmatic, experience‑driven mindset — model correctness and predictive accuracy matter more than elegance.
• Hands‑on UAV experience is a strong plus.
• Experience matters more to us than academic perfection.

Why TYTAN?

• Be the first to welcome the world into a deep-tech defense startup that is shaping the future of security.
• Work in a fast‑paced, international team where your contributions truly matter and your impact is immediate.
• Participate in our success with stock options.
• Be part of something bigger in a mission driven company.
• Enjoy flexible working hours.
• Access to EGYM Wellpass sports facilities.
• All day coffee and snacks, team events, and a modern office in Munich.

Your roadmap to make an impact

• Refine, extend, and maintain high‑fidelity flight dynamics models for our UAV platforms.
• Develop new nonlinear 6‑DOF flight dynamics models across the operational flight envelope.
• Model and improve the realism of:
  • Aerodynamics
  • Atmosphere and environmental effects
  • Propulsion systems
  • Motors, powertrain, and propellers
  • Actuators and control effectors
• Validate and tune models using real flight test data.
• Apply system identification and parameter estimation techniques to reduce the gap between simulation and real aircraft behavior.
• Design, plan, and execute flight test campaigns to generate the data required for model calibration and validation.
• Analyze logged flight data to identify discrepancies, sensitivities, and model weaknesses.
• Maintain and evolve model implementations (currently Python , with potential future migration to C++ ).
• Collaborate closely with GNC, systems, and hardware teams to ensure consistency between models and real vehicles.
• Clearly document modeling assumptions, limitations, and validation results for internal use.