About this role
About the Role As a Simulator Software Engineer / Architect, you will develop simulators for satellite constellations and ground segments, enabling defence/reconnaissance and communications missions. You will create technical concepts and software architectures, implement and test simulators, and coordinate with customers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery. This role involves working on large-scale system-of-systems simulations in a multicultural environment. What You'll Do
- 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 the design, reviews and timely delivery of simulators What We're Looking For
- 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 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 Nice to Have Compensation & Benefits
- 13th monthly salary; 30 days vacation and special leave days
- Hybrid work & mobile work abroad; extensive on-boarding with buddy; training & German language courses
- Accident insurance & company pension plan; health management & Wellpass
- Subsidised Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking; company restaurant and meals subsidy
- Kindergarten subsidy/childcare during vacations; paid child sickness days
- Company parties and events, satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night
- Company-wide innovation: idea system and R&D opportunities
- Additional employee dialogue space and career development opportunities