Software Engineer for Sensor Simulation (d/f/m)

Software Engineer for Sensor Simulation (d/f/m)

Join Airbus Defence and Space as a Software Engineer for Sensor Simulation (d/f/m). The role involves designing, developing, and integrating complex simulation subsystems for high‑fidelity training systems, with a current focus on the Eurofighter pilot training simulation system (PSTS).

Location

Manching, about an hour’s drive north of Munich. The town offers many leisure and cultural activities while remaining close to urban centers.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and special payments
• 30 days paid vacation and extra days‑off for special occasions
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group‑wide development prospects
• Special benefits: employer‑funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, subsidies for public transport, employee benefits at cooperating companies
• On‑site facilities: medical officer for check‑ups, canteen and cafeteria, kindergarten close to the site
• Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part‑time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)
• Working in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities

Responsibilities

• Design and assessment of solutions for the simulation of sensors
• Development and evaluation of technical concepts tailored to specific training needs
• Definition and alignment of design solutions and interfaces with other teams and external suppliers
• Execution and coordination of phases in the development process of modules and sub‑systems, including system engineering, development and integration activities
• Ensuring development goals and system functionality, initiating corrective measures if needed
• Assessment and detailing of schedules and cost plans, including coordination of priorities
• Technical support in the assessment and selection of suppliers

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or engineering
• Experience across the entire software engineering lifecycle for complex systems
• Sound knowledge of:
• Software design and architecture for distributed systems
• Software development and interface definitions (C, C++, ADA 95, Python)
• V‑model based software development process
• Systems engineering (incl. tools such as DOORS)
• System integration processes
• Experience with sensors, simulation or aircraft systems is a plus
• IT literate (MS Office applications)
• Good language skills in English, both written and spoken
• Competence to work both independently and collaboratively within cross‑functional teams
• Ability to respond to changes in activities and priorities
• Good communication skills with the ability to operate in a multi‑cultural environment
• Experience in aligning with and coordinating various stakeholders

Other Information

Employment type: Permanent. Experience level: Professional. Job family: Sub‑system development. Company: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity.

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