Defensive Aids Simulation Software Engineer

Job Description:

In order to provide high-fidelity training simulation, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a

Defensive Aids Simulation SW Engineer (d/f/m)

You will join a team of experienced engineers and subject matter experts to jointly define, implement and integrate complex simulation subsystems in the domain of sensors and weapons. Our engineers are closely collaborating with other departments and external suppliers in order to provide solutions for high-fidelity trainings systems, with current focus on the Eurofighter pilot training simulation system (PSTS).

Your responsibility will focus on software development as well as related testing and integration activities within the domain of Defensive Aids Subsystems. You will contribute to high-fidelity simulation solutions for the existing Praetorian DASS and the future Eurofighter Electronic Warfare capabilities. The development work will include retargeting of aircraft software, the simulation of defensive aids models and the integration of 3rd party components.

Your location

Located about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up-and-coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near-by cities are still within easy reach.

Our Benefits for You

• Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.

• Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.

• Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.

• Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.

• Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA

Major Role & Responsibilities

• Software design and development including optimization and further development of existing subsystems

• Retargeting of embedded aircraft software based on M68k or PPC CPU

• Interface harmonization and implementation with internal partners and external suppliers

• Support of the integration and testing activities at the simulation devices in close collaboration of other subject matter experts

• Contribution to all phases of the software development process from requirements engineering to subsystem qualification

Specific & Technical Skills / Experience Required

• Sound knowledge of

  • SW development and interface definitions (C, C++, ADA 95, Python, GDB)

  • SW design and SW architecture for embedded software and distributed systems

  • Solid foundation and hands on skills in Linux environment and development toolchain

  • V-model based SW development process
     

• Experience regarding

  • Eurofighter avionics and MaTE Bus simulator

  • Defensive Aids Subsystems and electronic warfare funamentals

  • Linux development environment and related development toolchains

  • Tools such as git, confluence, jira, bitbucket, DOORS)
     

• IT literate (MS Office applications)

General Skills / Experience Required

• Educated to degree level in computer science or engineering

• Experience across entire software engineering lifecycle for complex systems

• Good language skills in English, both written and spoken

• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy while maintaining close, effective collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team

• Capability to respond to changes in activities and priorities

• Strong communication skills with an ability to operate in a multi-cultural environment

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Software Engineering <JF-EN-EK>

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