Simulator Software Engineer​/Architect; m​/f​/d

OHB System AG – We.Create.

Space

OHB System AG is one of the leading space companies in Europe. The company is part of the listed high-tech group OHB SE, which has more than 3,200 employees working on pivotal European space programs. With two strong locations in Bremen and Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich and more than 40 years of experience, OHB System AG specialises in high-tech solutions for space.

These include low-orbiting and geostationary satellites for Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications, science and space exploration as well as systems for human space flight and aerial reconnaissance. We owe our success to our employees' passion for innovation, as well as their commitment and initiative.

OHB System AG is a large system integrator for space-based solutions in Europe. These solutions are trending towards large scale systems-of-systems architectures, comprising large satellite constellations as well as complex and dynamic ground segments. In this context, we are looking for an experienced software engineer / software architect for the development of the corresponding simulators – simulating satellite constellations both for defence/reconnaissance as well as for communication missions.

• Creation and refinement of technical concepts, requirements and software architecture
• Development, implementation and test of the simulators
• Supporting technical reviews and project milestone reviews
• Coordination with customers and internal software teams for design reviews and timely delivery of simulators

• Degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering or comparable qualification
• Ideally previous experience as software architect/technical lead in larger software projects (e.g. automotive, aerospace, scientific computing or gaming)
• Experience with distributed simulation frameworks (HLA), and with system-of-systems simulation is a plus
• Experience with development and simulation of networks and communication systems and related protocols/technologies is a plus
• Proficiency in modern C++ (or similar languages)
• Experience with applicable NATO standards and processes, and/or knowledge of related process standards from adjacent fields (such as ECSS-E-ST-40C and ECSS-Q-ST-80C or DO‑178C) would be an advantage
• Strong competence in self‑organizing and work planning
• High motivation, pro‑active working approach, and strong sense of responsibility
• Strong competence in working in a multicultural team
• Ability and willingness to achieve a German security clearance
• Fluency in both spoken and written English

• Work Life Balance:
  
  Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & specialleave days
• Mobile Work:
  Hybrid work & mobile work abroad
• Structured on‑boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months)
• Development:
  Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue
• space projects
• Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan
• Catering:
  High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy
• Active health promotion:
  Health management, E‑GYM Wellpass & In‑company sports groups
• Family:
  Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days
• Mobility:
  Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots
• Company parties & events:
  Christmas party, Satellite launch events, Next Gen Speakers Night
• Innovation:
  Company suggestion system & free research and development

A complete overview of our benefits and more details can be found here on our website.

Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. Don't fulfil all the requirements? No problem - we are happy to receive applications with partial matches! We are looking forward to your application in German or English via our online tool.

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