UAV Software Engineer

United States Digital Space LLC; München; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Destinus seeks a hands-on software engineer to develop and enhance flight control software for our UAV programs. You will translate requirements from Aerodynamics and Flight Control teams into reliable embedded code, focusing on quality and delivery timelines.

You will integrate payloads, sensors, and mission systems, maintain CI environments, and support ground/flight tests in fast-paced, high-technology settings. Ownership and rapid iteration are encouraged.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Bachelor's or Master’s in Robotics, CS, Aerospace or related field.
• Strong C/C++ and Python, with embedded/real-time systems experience.
• Experience testing, validating, and debugging complex software.

Aufgaben

• Develop and enhance flight control software based on team requirements.
• Improve Ground Control Station software to support flight tests.
• Integrate payloads, cameras, gimbals, and mission systems into aircraft software.
• Integrate new sensors and onboard technologies to expand capabilities.
• Maintain and improve CI test environments and hardware benches.
• Plan and execute ground and flight test campaigns to validate software.
• Support R&D flight testing, troubleshooting, and optimization in field conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver aircraft-level software.

Kenntnisse

C/C++

Python

Embedded/RTOS

Software testing

Autonomy

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Robotics/CS/EE

Tools

Git

Jobbeschreibung

Thisroleentailssoftwaremodificationsto the entire software stack of amajorUAVprogramme. Itrequiresastronghands-ontechnical backgroundinembedded software,driveand learning agility witha clear focus on results, quality, and delivery timelines.

AtDestinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry withcutting-edgeUnmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness.Destinuspartners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

Requirements

What You’ll Do

• Develop and enhance flight control software based on requirements from the Aerodynamics and Flight Control teams.
• Improve and maintain Ground Control Station (GCS) software to support Flight Test and Operations activities.
• Integrate payloads including cameras, gimbals, and mission‑specific systems into the aircraft software architecture.
• Integrate new sensors, communication systems, and onboard technologies to expand platform capabilities.
• Maintain and improve continuous integration test environments and hardware test benches.
• Define, execute, and oversee ground and flight test campaigns to validate software performance.
• Support R&D flight testing in the field, troubleshooting and optimizing software in real‑world conditions.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams including Flight Control, Navigation, and Payload Integration to deliver aircraft‑level software solutions.

What You’ll Need

• 3+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Robotics, Control Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
• Experience deploying software on embedded or real‑time systems.
• Proven experience testing, validating, and debugging complex software systems.
• Understanding of rapid prototyping, iterative development, and engineering for hardware integration.
• Experience working in fast‑paced, high‑technology environments where adaptability and ownership are essential.

Who You Are

You are a hands‑on software engineer who enjoys turning complex technical challenges into reliable solutions. You are passionate about autonomous systems and aerospace technology, thrive in collaborative multidisciplinary teams, and enjoy seeing your code take flight. You take ownership of your work, embrace rapid iteration, and are excited to contribute to the development of next‑generation UAV platforms.