Flight Dynamics Software Engineer

Terma Group; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Great opportunities for training and个人

Personal development

International and cosmopolitan working

Attractive employment package

Highly competitive salary

Zusammenfassung

Terma Group is seeking a Flight Dynamics Software Engineer to join our Darmstadt team. The role involves developing and implementing a modern flight dynamics software product, modeling orbit mechanics, and supporting constellation missions operations.

The candidate will work with European industry and space agencies, applying structured software development practices and contributing across verification, documentation, and testing activities.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Space Engineering or related discipline.
• Fluency in English and good communication skills.
• Good understanding of ground system architecture, satellite operations concepts, and system interfaces.
• Experience with flight dynamics operations for LEO and/or GEO missions.
• Experience in design, development, or operational use of Flight Dynamic Systems developing Flight Dynamics Systems for LEO and/or GEO satellites.
• Background in mission analysis and mission planning is highly valued.
• Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards.
• Experience with structured configuration and change management environments (e.g. git).
• Proficiency in Java or C++ and willingness to learn other languages.
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, Oracle) and their application in mission contexts.
• Strong foundation in software engineering and OO programming.
• Experience with Flight Dynamics tools/libraries (Orekit, GODOT or similar).
• Experience contributing to software delivery/validation in mission environments.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to propose solutions.
• Ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.
• Results-oriented mindset and commitment to project milestones.

Aufgaben

• Analyze user needs and translate them into technical requirements for flight dynamics systems.
• Collaborate with the flight dynamics team on development, maintenance, and improvements for constellation missions operations.
• Design and implement advanced orbital mechanics algorithms and solutions.
• Define and manage interfaces between flight dynamics and other ground components.
• Contribute to technical problem-solving with multidisciplinary experts.
• Participate in verification, validation, and QA activities for flight dynamics solutions.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and user manuals.
• Design and oversee testing at unit to system levels to ensure readiness.
• Assist in troubleshooting and continuous improvement of flight dynamics tools and processes.
• Provide technical support in sales activities or customer support related to flight dynamics.

Kenntnisse

Flight dynamics

Java

C++

Git

ECSS/CCSDS

Relational databases

OO programming

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Space Engineering

Tools

Orekit

GODOT

MySQL

Oracle

Jobbeschreibung

Are you passionate about aerospace and have a deep understanding of Astrodynamics?

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Flight Dynamics Software Engineer with at least 1-3 years of work related experience, to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a modern flight dynamics software product, conducting performance analyses, and working closely with our engineering teams. Being part of our core flight dynamics team allows you to work closely with European industry and space agencies in the field of astrodynamics.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze user needs and translate them into technical requirements for flight dynamics systems.
• Working as part of our flight dynamics team, collaborating with colleagues on the development, maintenance, and improvements of the flight dynamics system in support to constellation missions operations, covering all phases of operations, including routine, and contingency operations.
• Design and implement advanced orbital mechanics algorithms and solutions
• Define, develop, and manage interfaces between the flight dynamics system, other ground segment components, and external data providers.
• Contribute to technical problem-solving in close cooperation with multidisciplinary experts, applying structured engineering and software development practices.
• Participate in verification, validation, and quality assurance activities for flight dynamics solutions.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation related to system design and user manual.
• Design and oversee testing at the unit, component, integration, and system levels to ensure operational readiness.
• Assist in troubleshooting, problem resolution, and continuous improvement of flight dynamics tools and processes.
• Providing technical support in sales activities or customer support relevant to the flight dynamics system.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Space Engineering or related discipline.
• Fluency in English and good communication skills.
• Good understanding of ground system architecture, satellite operations concepts, and system interfaces.
• Experience with flight dynamics operations for LEO and/or GEO missions.
• Experience in design, development, or operational use of Flight Dynamic Systems developing Flight Dynamics Systems for LEO and/or GEO satellites
• Background in mission analysis and mission planning is highly valued.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ECSS and CCSDS.
• Experience working within structured configuration and change management environments (e.g. git)
• Proficiency in software development using Java or C++ and willingness to learn other coding languages.
• Knowledge of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle) and their application in mission or operational contexts.
• Strong foundation in software engineering principles and object-oriented programming.
• Experience with Flight Dynamics tools and libraries (e.g., Orekit, GODOT or similar frameworks).
• Experience contributing to software delivery or validation processes within mission environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex technical scenarios and propose effective solutions.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Results-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to meeting project milestones and mission objectives.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience with constellation mission planning and operations.
• Familiarity with modern software development methodologies and DevOps practices in space projects.
• Knowledge of new space mission architectures or emerging mission concepts.

Working Location

This is a full-time position to be located at Terma's premises in Darmstadt, Germany with an expected start date as soon as possible.

What can Terma offer

At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the "best-in-class" solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace.

Terma offers you a pleasant working environment, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company.

• Great opportunities for training and personal development
• Challenges in advanced technical environment
• International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere
• An employment contract with an attractive package with extra-legal benefits
• Highly competitive salary

Additional information

Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe.