Qt/QML Simulation HMI Software Engineer (d/m/f)

Airbus; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days vacation

Special payments

Pension scheme

Stock options

Canteen facilities

Family-work compatibility

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH is seeking a software engineer focused on HMI stations for our simulators, contributing to frontend design and the broader software architecture.

You will architect and implement the user interfaces and control stations, collaborate with multiple teams, and help ensure scalable, high-quality software across the full development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in computer science, software engineering or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced roles.
• Experience in frontend/UI development.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Qt/QML.
• Experience with modern DevOps pipelines, containerization, and agile development.

Responsibilities

• Define and architect the software foundation for simulation control stations and interfaces.
• Design intuitive GUI using Qt/QML and ensure usability for training scenarios.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the full simulator product lifecycle.
• Define and maintain the software architecture, interfaces, and code structure.
• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality, scalable software and fix issues promptly.
• Participate in planning, stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives.
• Code reviews to ensure coding standards and quality.

Skills

C++

Qt/QML

Frontend UI

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/Software Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Our department develops top‑notch, high‑fidelity engineering and training simulations for a variety of aircrafts, supporting the entire development lifecycle. We are seeking a software engineer in context of HMI stations for our simulators. In addition to the overall simulation control & monitoring, these stations are also used for instructing and debriefing training sessions. While defining and implementing the frontend software, you will also collaborate with a team of software engineers to ensure successful development across the entire simulator product.

Location

Your location Located about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up‑and‑coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near‑by cities are still within easy reach.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and special payments
• 30 days paid vacation and extra days‑off for special occasions
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group wide development prospects
• Special benefits: employer‑funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, subsidies for public transport, employee benefits at cooperating companies
• On‑site‑facilities: Medical officer for check‑ups and other health‑related services, canteen and cafeteria, kindergarten close to the site
• Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part‑time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)
• Working in a diverse environment, with more than 140 nationalities, where every voice is heard

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Communicate with stakeholders and customers to gather and understand requirements.
• Define and architect the software foundation for simulation control stations, instructor operating stations and flight training debriefing stations.
• Design intuitive and user‑friendly interfaces using a custom GUI framework based on Qt/QML.
• Define and maintain the overall technical architecture of the software, including the design and organization of the codebase, interfaces to other systems, the overall structure and organization of the software.
• Design, develop, test and maintain software by writing clean, efficient and maintainable code, and follow software development best practices.
• Analyze and debug software issues, and fix bugs.
• Participate in planning, stand‑up, review and retrospective meetings according to software development methodology.
• Perform code reviews and ensure the code meets the defined coding standards.
• Ensure the software system design and architecture is scalable, maintainable and can be integrated with other systems.

Desired skills and qualifications

• Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, software engineering, or relevant field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in software development with focus on frontend/UI applications.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Qt/QML technology stack.
• Good communication skills to efficiently collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with modern DevOps pipelines, containerization, and agile software development methodologies.
• Proactive and pragmatic mindset and being passionate about simulation.

Company Information

Company: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Software Engineering

Compliance and Diversity

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.

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