Co-op, Simulator Engineering (Spring 2027)

About the job

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

Working in a team environment, Simulator Support co-ops design and perform hardware and software modifications to Delta's fleet of flight training devices/simulators, ensuring training devices meet FAA requirements, and pilot training needs.

Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):

• Reports to Delta’s manager of simulator engineering.
• Integrates software modifications into flight training devices/simulators in order to maintain commonality with Delta’s fleet of aircraft.
• Designs hardware modifications of the training devices per simulator and aircraft manufacturers’ service bulletins.
• Assist with acceptance testing of new flight training devices/simulators, and with the annual FAA requalification of the devices.
• Practices safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• The Co-op position requires a candidate to be enrolled as an undergraduate (sophomore or above) that has successfully completed a minimum of 30 semester hours.

• Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be able to maintain the minimum GPA.

• Working as a Co-op does not guarantee a full-time opportunity upon graduation. This position is intended to provide you with educational and professional work experience to prepare you for the workforce.

• This position requires you to work for 3 alternating semesters. You cannot actively take any courses (inclusive of online or in-person) and work as a Co-op at the same time, which may delay your graduation by 1-2 semesters.

• Students must be able to complete 3 alternating rotations in Atlanta, GA in line with the below schedule:

• Spring 2027 - 1st rotation

• Fall 2027 - 2nd rotation

• Summer 2028 - 3rd rotation

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related discipline.

• Experience with software editing, code debugging, and revision control using various computer platforms and operating systems.

• Strong technical, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills, and be capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.

• Must perform with a high level of accuracy.

• Excellent verbal and written skills.

• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

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