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Wingcopter GmbH
6d ago

Senior Autonomous Flight Software Engineer(m/w/x)

Weiterstadt
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

Description

You will advance UAV autonomy by developing sophisticated GNC algorithms and embedded control software. Your work ensures flight stability through sensor fusion and rigorous DO-178C verification.

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Requirements

  • Degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or related
  • 5+ years embedded flight control development
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++
  • Basic scripting skills in Python
  • Experience with UAV state estimation systems
  • Hands-on experience with flight stacks
  • Experience integrating sensors and communication protocols
  • Familiarity with CMake, Docker, and Git
  • Strong debugging skills in simulation environments
  • Solid problem-solving and teamwork skills
  • Experience with safety and certification standards
  • Strong documentation and communication skills
  • Fluency in English
  • Collaborative mindset and value for success
  • Positive mindset and proactive attitude
  • Belief in technology for societal improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree
OR
Master's degree

Work Experience

5 - 7 years

Tasks

  • Design and refine UAV GNC algorithms
  • Develop state estimation and control strategies
  • Enhance flight stack autonomy and performance
  • Contribute to scalable system architecture
  • Implement control software on RTOS platforms
  • Optimize MCU-based embedded software
  • Ensure deterministic real-time performance
  • Support architectural and performance trade-offs
  • Develop multi-sensor fusion pipelines
  • Tune IMU, GPS, and perception sensors
  • Support DO-178C verification activities
  • Conduct SIL, HIL, and flight tests
  • Manage CI pipelines and automated testing
  • Perform static analysis and code reviews
  • Maintain technical documentation and specifications

Tools & Technologies

CC++PythonPX4ArduPilotIMUGPSCMakeDockerGitCANSPII2CUARTRTOSLinuxISO 26262DO-178C

Languages

EnglishBusiness Fluent

GermanBasic

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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