Microsoft Flight - new flight sim!

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Software Design Engineer
C/C++ Programming/Debugging, Aviation/Aircraft
A Redmond-based Game Developer needs a Software Design Engineer to implement interactive virtual aircraft cockpits for an upcoming entertainment title. This position will primarily involve scripting and configuration of content, but understanding and debugging of C/C++ code will be necessary.
Responsibilities:

  • Implementing simulated LCD Avionics displays using a proprietary XML and Lua-based authoring system.
  • Implementing all the moving parts of a cockpit, including various knobs, dials, switches, gauges and other interface elements.
  • Debugging and sometimes modifying simulation C/C++ code that drives cockpit interfaces.
  • Adjusting or creating placeholder 2D and 3D art and animations to fit simulated behavior.
  • Working with both Artists and other Developers to bring art content and simulation code together into an interactive experience.
This is a contract position through Volt Workforce Solutions which is located in Redmond, Washington and a division of Volt Information Sciences, a Fortune 1000 publicly traded Staffing Industry Leader. We are among the largest IT staffing companies in the US for contract/temporary and direct hire placements and support most of the top rated IT companies in the Pacific Northwest.

Requirements:
Software Design Engineer Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated C/C++ Programming and Debugging experience
  • Passionate about Aviation and Aircraft
  • Relentless attention to detail
Preferred Skills:

  • Private pilot license or cockpit system experience
  • Photoshop or other Image Editing software
  • 3D Studio Max (ability to inspect models and make modifications, not artistic ability)
  • Experience using and/or creating content for PC Flight Simulators
  • BS in an Engineering field

I wish I knew C++ right now! :)
 
A main reason thta the FS series has maintained an active user base over many years is the open system allowing modifications and third party developers with no ties to MS.

I have not been a fan of Apple products because of their marketing methods and the fact they hold the whole sytem and applications so close to the vest. I should hope that MS does not proceede down this road.

Not a fan of online "games" or cloud based systems.

Cheers: T
 
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