Master Thesis (dfm) on Experimental Quantum Communication

Airbus; Taufkirchen; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading aerospace company in Taufkirchen is seeking a Master Thesis candidate in Experimental Quantum Communication. This role involves developing quantum communication methods, conducting hands-on experiments, and analyzing data. Candidates should be enrolled full-time in a related field such as computer science or electrical engineering, and possess a solid understanding of quantum mechanics. The position offers an attractive salary, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative international team.

Leistungen

Attractive salary with a 35-hour work week

Mobile working after agreement

International working environment

Opportunity to engage in team events

Qualifikationen

• Full-time enrollment required.
• Solid understanding of quantum mechanics is essential.
• Experience with optical components is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop methods for quantum communication.
• Perform experiments with quantum communication testbenches.
• Model and analyze experimental data.
• Conduct hands-on laboratory work.

Kenntnisse

Solid understanding of quantum mechanics principles

Interest in quantum information or quantum communication

Familiarity with optical components

Experience with assembling optical setups

Familiarity with Linux and command line tools

Python programming skills

Fluent in English or German

Ausbildung

Enrolled full-time student in computer science, electrical engineering, communications or similar

Jobbeschreibung

In order to support the Central Research & Technology department Airbus is looking for a

Master Thesis on Experimental Quantum Communication (d/f/m)

Are you looking for a master thesis and want to get to know the work of a researcher (d/f/m) at Airbus? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in the Central Research & Technology department as an intern (d/f/m).

Start: 01.03.2026

Duration: 6 months

We at Airbus Central Research & Technology pioneer cutting edge technologies for future airborne and space‑borne systems providing novel functionalities whilst reducing the environmental footprint of Airbus products and services. You will join the team of our researchers working on quantum communication. With your contribution you will make an impact on and development of secure communication networks for Airbus.

Your location

Our site is just a stones throw away from Munich, the beautiful capital of Bavaria. If you are into sports and other outdoor activities, the Alps and Lake Starnberg are within an hour’s reach offering a multitude of recreational options.

Your benefits

• Attractive salary and work‑life balance with a 35‑hour week (flexitime).
• A final thesis is possible after consultation with the department.
• Mobile working after agreement with the department.
• Traveling overseas or within Germany (team events) is possible after consultation and agreement from the department.
• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
• Work with modern/diversified technologies.
• At Airbus we see you as a valuable team member and you are not hired to brew coffee; you are in close contact with the interfaces and are part of our weekly team meetings.
• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Developing methods for quantum communication using fiber and free‑space links.
• Performing experiments using quantum communication testbenches.
• Model and analyse experimental data.
• Conduct and perform hands‑on laboratory and conceptual work equally.

Desired skills and qualifications

• Enrolled full‑time student (d/f/m) within computer science, electrical engineering, communications or similar.
• Solid understanding of the principles of quantum mechanics and a strong interest in quantum information or quantum communication.
• Familiar with basic optical components and experience with assembling and aligning of optical setups.
• Ideally familiar with Linux and the basic command line tools as well as with Python‑based programming.
• Fluent in English or German.

We are looking forward to onboarding you in our team of curious and collaborative researchers in a very international and interdisciplinary environment.

Please upload the following documents: cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts, enrollment certificate.

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Company: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type: Final‑year Thesis

Experience Level: Student

Job Family: .&ElectromagOptics&Optron.

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