Job description
👋About Us
We are seeking a skilled individual with hands-on experience developing for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and 2024. The role focuses on implementing aircraft systems and logic using the MSFS SDK, with particular emphasis on XML/RPN behaviors, configuration files, and well-structured package development.
You will work closely with project leads, flight model designers and artists to bring aircraft systems, animations, and interactions to life in a performant, SDK-compliant, and maintainable way.
📝Work Description
As an XML Programmer, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining aircraft systems and logic for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and 2024. Your work will focus on building reliable, performant, and SDK-compliant systems using XML and RPN, ensuring aircraft behave realistically and interact seamlessly within the simulator.
You will collaborate closely with project leads, flight model designers, and artists to bring aircraft systems, animations, and interactions to life, balancing technical accuracy, maintainability, and performance across both sim platforms.
🥸Responsibilities
Develop and maintain aircraft systems using MSFS SDK XML and RPN logic
Implement and manage Behaviors, Templates, and Components within the MSFS framework
Edit, configure, and maintain MSFS CFG files
Tune aircraft systems, avionics, and interactions through CFG and XML integration
Create, structure, and maintain MSFS package sources (SimObjects, ModelBehaviors, Panels, etc.)
Ensure compatibility across MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024 projects
Debug, optimise, and refine existing systems for stability, realism, and performance
Follow MSFS SDK best practices to support future updates and modular development
✅Requirements
Solid knowledge of XML and RPN, specifically within the MSFS SDK
Strong experience working with MSFS Behaviors (animations, logic, interactions)
Ability to edit and manage aircraft configuration files (aircraft.cfg, systems.cfg, panel.cfg)
Ability to create, organise, and maintain MSFS package sources correctly
Good understanding of MSFS project structure and build workflow
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
💪Preferred Qualifications & Traits
Experience with FS24 modular package architecture
Understanding of creating and maintaining modular packages for MSFS 2024
Experience with complex aircraft systems (electrical, fuel, avionics, etc.)
Familiarity with gauges, templates, macros, and reusable SDK components
Prior released MSFS aircraft or mods
❤️What We Offer
Competitive rates.
Opportunity to showcase your work and build your personal portfolio on high-profile, highly detailed aircraft projects.
A supportive, creative, and collaborative team environment.
Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
The source lists worldwide eligibility. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-11, UTC-10, UTC-9.5, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC-4, UTC-3.5, UTC-3, UTC-2, UTC-1, UTC+0, UTC+1, UTC+2, UTC+3, UTC+3.5, UTC+4, UTC+4.5, UTC+5, UTC+5.5, UTC+5.75, UTC+6, UTC+6.5, UTC+7, UTC+8, UTC+8.75, UTC+9, UTC+9.5, UTC+10, UTC+10.5, UTC+11, UTC+12, UTC+12.75, UTC+13, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.