Embedded Software Engineer – Germany | Airbus Projects

Orbital Critical Systems (Grupo CAF); Manching; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation support

German language training

Relocation assistance

Administrative support

German tax return covered (first year)

Job summary

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) is seeking Embedded Software Engineers to join our on-site teams in Germany. Roles are on-site with locations in Manching, Taufkirchen, and Donauwörth, offering German language training and relocation support.

Design and develop embedded software in C/C++, perform debugging and optimization, and ensure compliance with DO-178C, MISRA, and AQAP standards. EU citizens preferred; C1 English mandatory, German C1 a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, Industrial, or similar.
• Hands-on embedded software experience in C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software in C/C++.
• Perform software debugging, analysis, and performance optimization.
• Contribute to technical reviews, requirements definition, and documentation.
• Collaborate with Systems, Electronics, Verification, and Safety teams.
• Ensure compliance with defense-related standards (e.g., DO-178C, MISRA, AQAP).

Skills

C/C++ Embedded

English C1

German C1

EU Citizenship

Education

Electronics/Telecommunications/CS/Energy/Industrial or similar

Job description

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) a leading company in safety‑critical software for aerospace, defence and transport, is looking for Embedded Software Engineers to join our on‑site teams in Germany. The positions are on‑site in Germany, with opportunities available in Manching, Taufkirchen and Donauwörth.

Why join us

• Competitive salary: 50,000 – 65,000 €
• Support in finding accommodation and German language training.
• Full relocation assistance, administrative support
• The company covers the cost of your German tax return during the first year
• Permanent German contract + long‑term projects
• Team-building activities and regular technical follow‑ups
• Multicultural, inclusive, and innovative environment

What You Will Do

• Design and develop embedded software in C/C++
• Perform software debugging, analysis, and performance optimization.
• Contribute to technical reviews, requirements definition, and documentation.
• Collaborate with Systems, Electronics, Verification, and Safety teams.
• Ensure compliance with Defense-related standards (e.g., DO-178C, MISRA, AQAP).

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, Industrial, or similar.
• Relevant hands‑on experience in embedded software in C/C++
• C1 English Level – mandatory.
• German C1 (will be a plus)
• Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.

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