VIE Study Engineer (d/f/m) – Operational Analysis / Concept of Operations

Overview

Job Description: Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a VIE Study Engineer (d/f/m) – Operational Analysis / Concept of Operations.

You are a highly motivated graduate and want to get to know the work of a Study Engineer (d/f/m)? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us as a Volunteer for International Experience.

Location and terms

• Location: Friedrichshafen

• Start: as soon as possible

• Duration: 12-24 months

Role and context

We are looking for a Study Engineer (d/f/m) – Operational Analysis / Concept of Operations to reinforce the “Operational Analysis and Studies” department in Friedrichshafen. We develop innovative architectures for future systems of systems and products. Our in-house simulation framework is a key to the operational analysis of these systems to optimize them and make early design decisions. You will work in an international environment, requiring close coordination with internal and external stakeholders, such as customers and project partners.

Respect, Teamwork and Creativity are the key values of our department. As a studies department we are involved in research and technology activities for a wide range of innovations, such as Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing. Together with the innovation factory in Friedrichshafen you will find the right environment to push and realize your innovative ideas.

VIE program

The Volunteer for International Experience (VIE) program is an international program sponsored by the French Ministry of Economy, Finance and Employment, open to Airbus to offer young professionals the opportunity to have valuable paid work experience abroad in a technical or business function. We are looking for highly motivated graduates aged 18 to 28 years, who are citizens of the European Union (all E.U. nationals, plus Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein). Candidates meeting these criteria and interested in a VIE, please register before your 28th birthday on the website . For graduates who would be interested in a career with Airbus, this could be the start of a rewarding future in a dynamic and forward-thinking sector.

Your location and work environment

At the Airbus site in Friedrichshafen you will be working on innovation where others spend their holidays. Enjoy panoramic views and the collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime).

• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.

• Work with modern/diversified technologies.

• At Airbus, we see you as a valuable team member and you are in close contact with the interfaces and are part of our weekly team meetings.

• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

• Company sports and leisure activities such as sailing, diving and flight simulation.

Responsibilities

• You work in an agile environment project team involved in the planning, implementation and analysis of military studies and simulation based analyses.

• You support workshops and conduct interviews with customers and stakeholders, and prepare study results for customer presentations.

• You support the collection and definition of customer requirements, define Concept of Operations (CONOPS).

• You develop simulation models and scenarios and implement them into an existing 3D simulation framework.

• You generate simulation result data by applying Data Farming methodology with the 3D simulation framework and evaluate the results using data analysis and statistics.

• You manage interfaces between customers, other departments and work packages.

• You support the technical management of studies and projects.

• You support the preparation of offers, work package descriptions, effort estimation.

• You work together with other specialist departments, experts/senior experts and external project partners.

Qualifications and skills

• You have a degree in information technology, aerospace technology or engineering.

• Ideally, you have first experience in the operational simulation-based analysis of system of systems in military scenarios, as well as defining performance indicators/measures of effectiveness.

• You are familiar with simulation tools and/or 3D game engines.

• Good practical programming experience, ideally in Python and C++.

• You have good knowledge of modeling and simulation; operational knowledge in the military domain is an advantage.

• You have first experience in project management with agile methods (e.g. Scrum) and the use of appropriate tools; knowledge of using Atlassian toolstack (Confluence, JIRA) is an advantage.

• You have knowledge of modeling and simulation.

• You have fluent English, both spoken and written; German knowledge would be an advantage.

• You have an independent and reliable way of working, analytical thinking skills to understand complex relationships, and strong presentation and communication skills as well as the ability to work in a team.

Application documents

Please upload the following documents: cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts, letters of reference.

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Compliance and company information

This job requires 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: VIE, VISC

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Software Engineering

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