Simulation & Modelling Engineer (d/f/m)

Description

The company is hiring a Simulation & Modelling Engineer (d/f/m) at its Friedrichshafen site for a permanent role at Professional level in software engineering.

The simulation and modelling division has departments in the UK, France and Germany and is the core competence for building simulators for spacecraft platforms, payloads and equipment.

The Friedrichshafen department builds the infrastructure that spacecraft avionics programmes depend on, so it needs someone experienced, creative, flexible, self-motivated and hard-working.

Candidates who do not match 100% of the criteria are still welcome to apply, and the company supports personal growth with tailored development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop simulators and simulation models for satellite systems.
• Write test procedures and test plans.
• Carry out automatic and manual component, integration and system tests.
• Define and create software releases.
• Support the people who use the simulators.

Requirements

• Hold a degree in computer science, software engineering or a related field.
• Have hands-on simulation and modelling experience.
• Apply object-oriented analysis and design with UML or a similar method.
• Have built desktop tools on a client/server architecture.
• Communicate clearly in English, both in writing and when presenting.
• Know machine-to-machine communication protocols.
• Understand software development processes well.
• Have a good working knowledge of development domains, frameworks and utilities, including DevOps.
• Have strong C++ and Java skills.
• Have worked with Unix/Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Stay aware of potential compliance risks and act with integrity, which the company treats as the basis for its success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Conditions

The role is permanent and based at the Friedrichshafen site, which overlooks Lake Constance.

Flexible working arrangements are offered wherever possible.

The company welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and never asks for payment during recruitment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus special payments.
• 30 days of holiday and extra days off for special occasions.
• Upskilling opportunities and good development prospects.
• Employer-funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special insurance terms, a transport subsidy and employee benefits at partner companies.
• Kindergarten near the site, an on-site medical officer for check-ups and health services, and a lakeside canteen and cafeteria.
• Company sports and leisure activities, including sailing, diving, flight simulation, running and skiing groups.
• Positively considered: knowledge of SpaceWire, MilSTD 1553, ECSS PUS and CAN.
• Positively considered: knowledge of spacecraft avionics systems.
• Positively considered: knowledge of designing numerical and hybrid simulators.
• Positively considered: further simulation and modelling experience.