Job Description:

In order to support our Simulation User Interfaces Team in Manching, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a

Systems Engineer - Eurofighter Training Simulation - Instructor Operating Stations (d/f/m)

Our department develops top-notch, high-fidelity engineering and training simulations for a variety of aircrafts, supporting the entire development lifecycle.

We are seeking for a Systems Engineer to drive the design, development, and delivery of instructor operator stations (IOS) in context of Eurofighter training simulators. In addition to the overall simulation control & monitoring, these stations are also used for instructing and debriefing training sessions.

This role combines systems engineering with product ownership and project management aspects, in order to ensure the solution is technically sound, user-focused, and delivered on-time.

Your location

Located about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up-and-coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near-by cities are still within easy reach.

Our Benefits for You

• Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.

• Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.

• Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.

• Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.

• Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Capture and translate customer needs into clear system specification and acceptance criteria.

• Shape technical roadmap together with a team of system- & software engineers, breaking down requirements into tasks and milestones.

• Own and prioritize the product backlog, balancing new features, technical improvements, and customer feedback.

• Drive the development of user-centric, high-performance UIs with Qt/QML, aligning design with usability and architectural integrity.

• Perform risk management activities by proactively identifying and resolving issues before they impact delivery.

• Ensure high-quality product delivery on time within agreed budget and scope.

• Manage collaboration with external suppliers and subcontractors, ensure seamless integration into the overall system.

• Regularly monitor, evaluate and report progress, challenges and customer feedback. Keep stakeholders informed.

Desired skills and qualifications

• Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, aeronautical engineering, or relevant field. Master’s degree preferred.

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience across entire system engineering lifecycle of simulation projects, preferably in military flight training devices.

• Understanding of military aircraft systems, operational procedures, and mission workflows is considered an advantage.

• Technical background with a solid understanding of modern software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps pipelines, containerization) and familiarity of software technologies (C++, Ot/QML).

• Excellent communication skills in English with the ability to efficiently collaborate with customers and within cross-functional teams.

• Experience in project management including managing external suppliers and subcontractors.

• Proactive and pragmatic mindset and being passionate about simulation.

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Company:

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Software Engineering

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