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(Senior) Autonomous Flight Software Engineer(m/w/x)
Designing GNC algorithms and enhancing flight stacks for UAV platforms. 5+ years embedded/flight control software development for safety-critical systems required. Remote work options, free parking.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Cybernetics, or related field
- 5+ years embedded/flight control software development for complex/safety-critical systems
- Strong C/C++ proficiency for embedded/real-time systems
- Basic scripting skills (preferably Python) for tooling/automation
- Experience with UAV state estimation/control systems or similar autonomous platforms
- Hands-on experience with flight stacks (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot)
- Experience integrating sensors (e.g., IMU, GPS) and communication protocols
- Familiarity with CMake, Docker, Git, and automated testing frameworks
- Strong debugging skills in simulation and embedded environments
- Solid problem-solving skills and teamwork ability
- Experience with safety/certification standards (e.g., ISO 26262, DO-178C)
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- English fluency; German is a plus
- Thrives in collaborative environments and values collective success
- Approaches challenges with positive mindset and proactive attitude
- Believes technology improves society and drives positive change
Tasks
- Design and refine GNC algorithms for UAV platforms
- Enhance flight stack for improved autonomy and robustness
- Contribute to scalable system architecture
- Implement control software on RTOS-based embedded platforms
- Optimize real-time performance and system stability
- Support architectural trade-offs for performance, power, safety, and scalability
- Develop and tune multi-sensor fusion pipelines
- Ensure accurate and reliable state estimation
- Support verification activities aligned with DO-178C
- Conduct requirements-based testing, SIL/HIL, simulation, and flight test support
- Contribute to CI pipelines and static analysis
- Participate in automated testing and code reviews
- Maintain clear technical documentation and design specifications
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Native
- German – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- C/C++
- Python
- PX4
- ArduPilot
- IMU
- GPS
- CMake
- Docker
- Git
- ISO 26262
- DO-178C
Benefits
Parking & Commuter Benefits
- Free parking space
Corporate Discounts
- Employee discounts
Team Events
- Employee events
- Team-building activities
Flexible Working
- Remote work options
- Flexible hours
Healthcare & Fitness
- EGYM Wellpass access
Company Bike
- Business Bike option
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(Senior) Autonomous Flight Software Engineer(m/w/x)
Designing GNC algorithms and enhancing flight stacks for UAV platforms. 5+ years embedded/flight control software development for safety-critical systems required. Remote work options, free parking.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Cybernetics, or related field
- 5+ years embedded/flight control software development for complex/safety-critical systems
- Strong C/C++ proficiency for embedded/real-time systems
- Basic scripting skills (preferably Python) for tooling/automation
- Experience with UAV state estimation/control systems or similar autonomous platforms
- Hands-on experience with flight stacks (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot)
- Experience integrating sensors (e.g., IMU, GPS) and communication protocols
- Familiarity with CMake, Docker, Git, and automated testing frameworks
- Strong debugging skills in simulation and embedded environments
- Solid problem-solving skills and teamwork ability
- Experience with safety/certification standards (e.g., ISO 26262, DO-178C)
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- English fluency; German is a plus
- Thrives in collaborative environments and values collective success
- Approaches challenges with positive mindset and proactive attitude
- Believes technology improves society and drives positive change
Tasks
- Design and refine GNC algorithms for UAV platforms
- Enhance flight stack for improved autonomy and robustness
- Contribute to scalable system architecture
- Implement control software on RTOS-based embedded platforms
- Optimize real-time performance and system stability
- Support architectural trade-offs for performance, power, safety, and scalability
- Develop and tune multi-sensor fusion pipelines
- Ensure accurate and reliable state estimation
- Support verification activities aligned with DO-178C
- Conduct requirements-based testing, SIL/HIL, simulation, and flight test support
- Contribute to CI pipelines and static analysis
- Participate in automated testing and code reviews
- Maintain clear technical documentation and design specifications
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Native
- German – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- C/C++
- Python
- PX4
- ArduPilot
- IMU
- GPS
- CMake
- Docker
- Git
- ISO 26262
- DO-178C
Benefits
Parking & Commuter Benefits
- Free parking space
Corporate Discounts
- Employee discounts
Team Events
- Employee events
- Team-building activities
Flexible Working
- Remote work options
- Flexible hours
Healthcare & Fitness
- EGYM Wellpass access
Company Bike
- Business Bike option
About the Company
Wingcopter GmbH
Industry
Aerospace
Description
Das Unternehmen entwickelt innovative, leistungsstarke Drohnen, die im kommerziellen und humanitären Bereich eingesetzt werden.
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