REGENT · 1 day ago
Manager - Modeling and Simulation
North Kingstown, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelREGENT is on a mission to revolutionize regional transportation with innovative seagliders that combine the speed of an airplane with the cost-effectiveness of a boat. The Manager - Modeling & Simulation will lead a team to develop high-fidelity simulations that support the design, testing, and certification of these vehicles, ensuring they meet performance and safety standards.
Electric VehicleManufacturingMarine TransportationTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead the Modeling & Simulation group through model design reviews, integration milestones, and validation campaigns
Develop and maintain multi-regime, 6-DoF simulations of the seaglider across hull-borne, hydrofoil, and wing-borne flight
Own the MATLAB/Simulink-centric modeling stack
Plan and execute SIL/PIL/HIL test campaigns, integrating real flight software and avionics hardware into the loop and automating scenario runs
Use sea-trial and flight-test data to calibrate and correlate models, driving systematic model-versus-flight comparisons and tracking fidelity improvements over time
Build simulation capabilities that support vehicle sizing and design iteration, GNC and autonomy development, and software integration and testing, including HIL-based workflows
Partner with Systems Engineering and Certification to ensure models and tools can support requirements-based testing, safety analyses, and evidence generation
Grow and mentor the team, helping engineers develop deep domain expertise, good modeling habits, and strong communication skills
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience leading modeling and simulation efforts for complex dynamic systems (aircraft, marine vehicles, robotics, or advanced mobility)
Hands-on leader; comfortable owning models end-to-end, reviewing others' work, and coaching the team while staying close to the technical details
M.S. in Computer Science, Aerospace, Mechanical, Robotics, or a related field with focus on dynamics, controls, or simulation
Deep experience building and integrating mixed fidelity models in MATLAB/Simulink
Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for data analysis, automation, and interfacing simulation frameworks; comfortable with git and modern software practices
Strong foundation in 6-DoF dynamics and control; familiarity with aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, ground effect, and/or hydrofoil behavior is a plus
Track record of validating models against test data, including parameter identification, uncertainty assessment, and iterative correlation
Experience with MIL/SIL/HIL environments, real-time simulation, and hardware interfacing (e.g., avionics, real controllers) is strongly preferred
Preferred
Exposure to DO-178C/ARP4754A workflows
Experience certifying vehicle simulators, iron birds, or unreal engine experience
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance—we cover 100% of employee premiums.
401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
Generous flexible time off, paid parental leave, and company-wide holiday breaks.
Relocation assistance for candidates moving to join the team in Rhode Island.
Daily, free catered lunches and a collaborative, hardware-rich waterfront workspace.
Learning and professional development support, including conferences and training.
Company
REGENT
Regent develops and manufactures all-electric seagliders for high-speed regional coastal transportation.
Founded in 2020
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$87MKey Investors
MOL SwitchH.I.S.Lockheed Martin Ventures
2024-06-25Series Unknown
2024-03-07Corporate Round
2023-10-05Series A· $60M
Leadership Team
Billy Thalheimer
Co-Founder & CEO
Michael Klinker
Co-Founder and CTO
Recent News
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2026-01-12
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