Lab Test Means Software Engineer (d/f/m)

Job Description:

As part of the Cabin and Cargo Test Center, we develop, install, and commission innovative, state-of-the-art test benches and simulation systems for the next generation of Airbus aircraft. We also maintain and enhance existing test systems and participate in research projects exploring new testing methodologies. Our laboratory test facilities range from classic physical HIL platforms to increasingly virtual and cloud-based systems. The aircraft systems we support encompass everything from electronic avionics to hydro-mechanical systems.

Your location

You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy.

Your benefits

• 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, transportation subsidy, 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

• 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

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Design and development of software for the advancement of existing and future lab test facilities used for the validation of new aircraft systems.

• Automation of artifact generation for the simulation and instrumentation of aircraft systems using modern CI/CD methods.

• Development and support of lab test systems with direct contact to internal customers (Requirements Engineering, fault analysis, project coordination).

• Coordination of external service providers for the development of software solutions.

• Leading projects related to the digital transformation of Airbus.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Computer Science or a comparable field of study.

• Minimum 5 years of development experience with programming languages such as Python, C, and C++.

• Comprehensive expertise in agile software development, CI/CD, and DevOps tools (e.g., Github/Gitlab, Jenkins, Artifactory, Docker).

• Excellent analytical skills, a structured way of working, and strong teamwork ability.

• Willingness to take on requirements and a high eagerness to learn new specialist areas (aircraft systems, industry standards).

• Fluent English skills, both written and spoken. Good German skills are an advantage.

• Advantageous: Experience with system and virtual tests as well as basic knowledge of aircraft systems/avionics bus systems.

• Desired: Experience in software development for real-time operating systems and knowledge of system modeling.

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.

Company:

Airbus Operations GmbH

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Testing <JF-EN-ET>

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