Simulator Software Engineer (m/f/d)

OHB; Bremen; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading aerospace company in Bremen is seeking a Simulator Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll engage in the full life-cycle development of simulation software for space missions, leveraging your expertise in C++ and Python. The company offers flexible working conditions, extensive professional development opportunities, and various employee benefits, making it an attractive workplace for engineering professionals looking to advance their careers.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

30 days vacation

Hybrid work options

6th week vacation for long-serving employees

Structured onboarding process

13th monthly salary

Qualifikationen

• Degree in engineering or PhD in a relevant field.
• Professional experience in software engineering is advantageous.
• Fluency in English.

Aufgaben

• Full life-cycle development of simulation software for spaceflight missions.
• Design and improve simulation models and interfaces.
• Coordinate with teams for design and delivery.

Kenntnisse

Proficiency in modern C++

Experience with Python

Familiarity with Linux environment

High communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ausbildung

Degree in Engineering or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Qt

Git

DOORS

JIRA

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Posted:

02.07.2025

Expiry Date:

16.08.2025

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Job Description:

OHB System AG –

OHB System AG is one of the leading space companies in Europe. The company is part of the listed high-tech group OHB SE, which has more than 3,200 employees working on pivotal European space programs. With two strong locations in Bremen and Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich and more than 40 years of experience, OHB System AG specialises in high-tech solutions for space. These include low-orbiting and geostationary satellites for Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications, science and space exploration as well as systems for human space flight and aerial reconnaissance. We owe our success to our employees' passion for innovation, as well as their commitment and initiative.

For permanent employment OHB System AG in Bremen is looking for a

Simulator Software Engineer (m/f/d)

As a member of the OHB Simulator Software Team, you are responsible for the full life-cycle development of simulation software for a variety of spaceflight missions.

Your Tasks

• Design, develop and implement simulation models of satellite equipment and the space environment
• Continuously improve the simulation framework, user front-end and the test-/debugging interfaces and tooling
• Perform tasks along the full software life cycle, including software requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration and documentation
• Coordinate with customers and internal software teams for the design, for reviews and the timely delivery of simulators
• Support the customer teams during mission preparation as well as during the maintenance phase of the simulators

Your Qualifications

• A degree in engineering with a major or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a comparable qualification
• Proficiency in modern C++, experience with Python
• Familiarity with working in a Linux environment
• Professional experience as Software Engineer or Simulator Software Engineer would be an asset
• Knowledge of federated simulation and co-simulation techniques would be an asset
• Experience with Qt, Git, DOORS and JIRA as well as embedded software is a plus
• Experience with ECSS-SMP tools/environments and software standards ( ECSS-E-ST-40C- or DO-178B) is an advantage
• Previous experience in the space sector with a focus on the ground station software would be an asset
• High motivation and independent way of working
• High communication, teamwork and time management skills
• Fluency in spoken and written English

We offer

Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & specialleave days Mobile Work: Hybrid work & mobile work abroad Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months) Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue space projects Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company sports groups Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development

OHB System AG –

OHB System AG is one of the leading space companies in Europe. The company is part of the listed high-tech group OHB SE, which has more than 3,200 employees working on pivotal European space programs. With two strong locations in Bremen and Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich and more than 40 years of experience, OHB System AG specialises in high-tech solutions for space. These include low-orbiting and geostationary satellites for Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications, science and space exploration as well as systems for human space flight and aerial reconnaissance. We owe our success to our employees' passion for innovation, as well as their commitment and initiative.

For permanent employment OHB System AG in Bremen is looking for a

Simulator Software Engineer (m/f/d)

As a member of the OHB Simulator Software Team, you are responsible for the full life-cycle development of simulation software for a variety of spaceflight missions.

Your Tasks

Design, develop and implement simulation models of satellite equipment and the space environment

Continuously improve the simulation framework, user front-end and the test-/debugging interfaces and tooling

Perform tasks along the full software life cycle, including software requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration and documentation

Coordinate with customers and internal software teams for the design, for reviews and the timely delivery of simulators

Support the customer teams during mission preparation as well as during the maintenance phase of the simulators

Your Qualifications

A degree in engineering with a major or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a comparable qualification

Proficiency in modern C++, experience with Python

Familiarity with working in a Linux environment

Professional experience as Software Engineer or Simulator Software Engineer would be an asset

Knowledge of federated simulation and co-simulation techniques would be an asset

Experience with Qt, Git, DOORS and JIRA as well as embedded software is a plus

Experience with ECSS-SMP tools/environments and software standards ( ECSS-E-ST-40C- or DO-178B) is an advantage

Previous experience in the space sector with a focus on the ground station software would be an asset

High motivation and independent way of working

High communication, teamwork and time management skills

Fluency in spoken and written English

We offer

Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & specialleave days Mobile Work: Hybrid work & mobile work abroad Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months) Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue space projects Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company sports groups Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development

A complete overview of our benefits and more details .

Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. Don't fulfil all the requirements? No problem - we are happy to receive applications with partial matches! We are looking forward to your application in German or English via our online tool.

OHB System AG
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