Software Engineer Simulation Eurofighter; D​/M​/F

Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a Software Engineer Simulation Eurofighter (d/f/m).

We are developing high fidelity Eurofighter Engineering and Training Simulators for a variety of applications over the entire development lifecycle. Our simulations are distributed real-time applications.

You will work in an international team located in Manching, Germany. Manching is about an hour’s drive north of Munich, a market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities while being close to city amenities.

• Attractive salary and special payments
• 30 days holidays and extra days-off for special occasions
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group-wide development prospects
• 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 and health services, canteen and cafeteria, kindergarten close to the site
• Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part-time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)

• Derive system requirements from operational requirements for new simulator functionalities for Engineering and Training Simulation Systems
• Design architecture of software modules for new simulator functionalities
• Develop simulation models representing aircraft equipment within the simulation (mainly C++)
• Create and perform unit tests of software modules
• Create tools for improving development processes (e.g., code generators)
• Integrate models into the aircraft simulation (C++/Ada)
• Perform integration testing
• Document software modules
• Take responsibility for dedicated subsystems

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Software Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related discipline with more than 3 years of experience
• Experience in software design and testing
• Experience in unit, system testing and software integration
• Experience with Agile Development Methodologies
• Good knowledge of tools/technologies: C/C++, ADA (desirable), scripting languages (Bash, Python), Linux (Debian, SLES, RHEL), continuous integration and build systems (Jenkins), software version control (Git), communication protocols and frameworks (TCP/IP, gRPC, UDP, DIS, HLA)
• Previous experience with the Eurofighter aircraft is a plus
• Very good English level (written and spoken)
• Position will require a security clearance or eligibility for clearance by recognized authorities

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.

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

Employment type:

Permanent. Experience level:
Professional. Job family:
Software Engineering.