Software Developer – Modelling & Simulation | Airbus Projects in Germany

Orbital Critical Systems; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation support

German language training

Relocation assistance

Tax return covered

Permanent German contract

Team-building activities

Multicultural environment

Job summary

Orbital Critical Systems in Germany is looking for Software Engineers to join on-site teams, supporting strategic projects with Airbus. The role focuses on agile, simulation-based R&D, and development of simulation tools using C++ and Python.

We offer relocation support, German language training, accommodation assistance and a permanent German contract for long-term projects. English and German language requirements are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace, Computer Science or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in simulation development, systems integration and software engineering (C++ and/or Python).
• B2/C1 English level – mandatory.
• B1/B2 German level – mandatory.
• Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.

Responsibilities

• Join an agile team delivering simulation-based research and development projects.
• Develop and enhance simulation tools, models and interfaces using C++ and Python.
• Implement system and user requirements across land, air, sea, space and cyber domains.
• Integrate external hardware and software systems into simulation environments.
• Deliver tasks according to scope, quality and timelines.
• Support customer meetings, presentations and proposal preparation.
• Collaborate on testing and validation with internal teams, industry partners and research institutions.

Skills

C++

Python

Simulation

Agile

Software engineering

Systems integration

Education

Degree in Aerospace, computer Science or related field

Tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) a leading company in safety‑critical software for aerospace, defence and transport, is looking for Software Engineers to join our on‑site teams in Germany, supporting strategic projects with Airbus in Germany.

Locations include Manching, Hamburg, Bremen, Ulm, Donauwörth, Immenstaad and other sites across the country.

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 your German tax return for 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

• Join an agile team delivering simulation‑based research and development projects.

• Develop and enhance simulation tools, models and interfaces using C++ and Python.

• Implement system and user requirements across land, air, sea, space and cyber domains.

• Integrate external hardware and software systems into simulation environments.

• Deliver tasks according to scope, quality and timelines.

• Support customer meetings, presentations and proposal preparation.

• Collaborate on testing and validation with internal teams, industry partners and research institutions.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Aerospace, computer Science or a related field

• Relevant hands‑on experience in simulation development, systems integration and software engineering (C++ and/or Python).

• B2/C1 English Level – mandatory.

• B1/B2 German Level – mandatory.

• Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.