Lead Project Engineer
About the role
FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full‑flight simulators and award‑winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.
Purpose of Position: FlightSafety is a global leader in developing and delivering high‑fidelity flight simulation and training systems for both commercial and military aviation. We design advanced simulators and integrated training environments that help pilots and crews train safely, effectively, and efficiently. Our engineering teams work at the intersection of aerospace, software, and systems innovation to push the boundaries of realism, fidelity, and performance. The Lead Project Engineer (LPE) is the primary technical leader responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of complex military flight simulation programs. This role bridges technical engineering management and project execution—serving as the central point of contact for the engineering team, program management, and the military customer. The LPE ensures the flight simulation training device is designed, integrated, and qualified on schedule, within budget, and in strict compliance with defense and contractual requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead the technical execution of complex military flight simulation projects from initial concept through final system delivery.
- Serve as the primary technical interface for internal multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, external military customers, and prime