Ground Segment Software Lead Engineer (d/f/m)

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Program Description

Airbus Defence & Space is working on a new satellite-based communication system. The constellation of satellites will offer connectivity to the customer, allowing connecting elements through satellite RF and optical links.

The system consists of the space segment (two geostationary satellites) and the ground segment. The Ground Segment is composed by a part which allows the overall TC/TM exchange with the satellite, and a part which allows the monitoring and control of the Payload.

In order to actively monitor and control the Payload configuration of the satellites a new tool will be developed by Airbus DS. Such tool will allow actively managing antenna parameters as well as payload channels connectivity settings in order to reach the needed field coverage and performances.

Our site is just a stone&39;s throw away from Munich, the beautiful capital of Bavaria. Are you into sports and other outdoor activities? The Alps and Lake Starnberg are within an hour’s reach, offering a multitude of recreational options.

• 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: Kindergarten close to the site, medical officer for check-ups and other health-related services, canteen and cafeteria, gym

• Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part-time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)

• Working in a diverse environment, with more than 140 nationalities, where every voice is heard

Task Description:

As a Software System Engineer, you are responsible for the overall specification, design and development of the Software.

The Software will be partly developed internally within the team and partly subcontracted to an internal Subcontractor. You will be in charge of defining the overall Software Architecture as well as to overlook the Software Development and Validation process together with performing Software Development tasks whereas needed.

Your range of tasks will cover the entire validation cycle from low-level requirements verification to acceptance testing and Software validation. Your activities will be performed in close cooperation with the Lead Engineer and the sub-contractors.

The holder of this position will be located at Ottobrunn and reports to the Lead Engineer.

Your tasks:

• Represent the Technical Lead of the overall Software development and validation process, considering its integration and verification within the Ground Segment Architecture.
• Analyse customer requirements and define the adequate Software Architecture, ensuring robustness and compatibility with the already existing software provided by subcontractor.
• Support the definition of System level requirements and related break down into Software requirements and architectural concepts.
• Coordinate internal Software development team to meet the implementation schedule following AGILE framework.
• Analyse data from validation tests to determine whether systems and processes meet required criteria and specifications
• Perform Software Development, Integration and Validation tasks, conduct analysis on Software non-conformances, discrepancies and waivers

Skills required

Background and experience:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Aerospace or other related Engineering
• Experience in Software Design, Architecture and Interfaces definition, with particular focus on microservices architecture and message queues (e.g. RabbitMQ).
• Experience of modern Software IVV strategies, with particular focus on CI/CD DevOps technologies (Jenkins, K8s, Docker).
• Experience with System Engineering process, including V-cycle, Unit / Integration / System level testing and overall system IVV process.
• Experience in AGILE Software Development Lifecycle (Kanban, SCRUM)
• Operational Knowledge of CAMEO System Modeller or DOORS is a plus
• Experience with ESA ECSS processes is a plus
• Ability to operate and efficiently communicate in a multi-national team organisation
• Language skills: English fluent, German language skills are advantageous

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.

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