Airbus

Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Study Engineer / Data Scientist - AI & Operations Research

Full-TimeUpdated on 9/22/2026Deadline 12/31/26
No salary listed
Entry
Bachelor's, Master's
Immenstaad, Germany
In Person

Regular national and international travel is required.

About the job

Requirements
  • A completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Informatics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or a comparable quantitative field.
  • Strong knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning, ideally with experience using frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
  • Good to very good programming skills in Python and C++, with experience in object-oriented software development and complex modeling.
  • Strong experience in theoretical and statistical data analysis, including data analytics, operations research, and Power BI.
  • Regular national and international travel readiness.
  • Fluent German and English language skills.
  • Interest in complex three-dimensional tactical simulations and theoretical systems analysis.
Responsibilities
  • Design and conduct theory-driven and data-driven studies for simulation-supported operational or mission analysis in military contexts.
  • Develop and apply artificial intelligence algorithms, including machine learning, reinforcement learning, and multi-agent systems, to model tactical behavior components.
  • Mathematically and algorithmically model complex systems of systems.
  • Use, further develop, and implement algorithms in the company’s in-house simulation framework using C++ and Python for complex data analyses.
  • Evaluate, statistically process, visualize, and present large volumes of analysis data to internal and external customers.
  • Create military scenarios and concepts of operations.
  • Ensure work assignments or work packages are delivered on time, within cost, and to the required quality.
  • Implement software interfaces to integrate external hardware and software systems into the simulation.
  • Support technical management of studies and projects and assist with preparing proposals, including work-package descriptions and effort estimates.
  • Support project leadership during customer presentations and research cooperation with universities, Fraunhofer Society, and other scientific partners.
Desired Qualifications
  • Initial experience in simulation-supported operational analysis of military scenarios and in defining key performance indicators and measures of effectiveness.
  • Good knowledge of 3D game-engine-based technical-tactical simulations, such as Command Modern Operations, C&C, or StarCraft, and experience solving tactically challenging scenarios using agent-based approaches.

About the company

Airbus designs and manufactures commercial airplanes, helicopters, military aircraft, and space systems like satellites and launch services. The company builds these products by integrating advanced airframes, propulsion systems, and digital communication networks to support global travel, defense, and scientific exploration. Airbus distinguishes itself through its massive global manufacturing network and its active development of hydrogen-powered aircraft to eliminate carbon emissions. Its goal is to provide safe, connected aerospace solutions while leading the industry toward sustainable flight and environmental responsibility.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Blagnac, France

Founded

1970

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What believers are saying

  • Reuters September 7, 2026: Airbus deliveries rose 9% to 475 jets through August.
  • Reuters September 15, 2026: Airbus still sees strong demand and delivery readiness in Asia-Pacific.
  • Vietnam Airlines signed September 10, 2026 for five A350-900s and 30 Airbus narrowbodies.

What critics are saying

  • Reuters February 4, 2026: Pratt & Whitney engine shortages threatened Airbus’s 2026-2027 output plan.
  • Reuters August 21, 2026: Spanish unions struck over remote work, exposing persistent labor friction.
  • A prolonged A320 engine bottleneck would hit cash generation and delay Airbus’s production ramp.

What makes Airbus unique

  • Airbus spans commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense, and space across 150 countries.
  • The A320neo family and A350 backbone global airline fleets and recurring service revenue.
  • Hydrogen aircraft, A350ULR, and wing-of-tomorrow programs extend Airbus’s technology lead.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Professional Development Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

5%
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