Software Engineer - Aerospace (UAVs)

Bertrandt; Getafe; Presencial; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading engineering company in Getafe, Spain, seeks a skilled Software Engineer for an exciting project focusing on enhancing a UAS Simulator. This role involves developing independent UAV and Ground Control Station functionalities, video streaming applications, and handover capabilities. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have proven experience in Qt and C++, among other skills. The position is on-site, ensuring collaborative development and integration with operational environments.

Servicios

Flexible working hours

Canteen

Training programs

Sport activities

Attractive compensation

Team-oriented work

Unlimited employment contract

Formación

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in software development using Qt and C++.
• Familiarity with Docker for application deployment.
• Experience with Ansible valued.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in simulation environments or aerospace projects is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Develop functionalities for independent control of UAS and GCS.
• Design software applications for streaming video with low latency.
• Implement handover capabilities for UAV control.
• Develop PCMS application for video source switching.
• Improve UAV systems with more failures and controls.
• Contribute to GCS architecture design and development.
• Conduct internal validation tests and Customer Confidence Tests.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation.

Conocimientos

Software development using Qt

C++ programming

Docker

Ansible

Communication skills

Collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field

Descripción del empleo

What to expect

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Software Engineer to join our dynamic team at Bertrandt for an exciting project extension. This project focuses on enhancing the capabilities and functionalities of a Generic Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Simulator, specifically tailored for training UAS Flight Operators. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing new features that include handover functionalities between consoles and applications for displaying the visual system on simulators.

Responsibilities

• Independent UAV and GCS Control : Develop functionalities to enable independent control of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Ground Control Stations.
• Video Streaming Application : Design and implement software applications for streaming video with low latency, including the ability to switch video sources dynamically.
• Handover Control : Implement handover capabilities, allowing the seamless transfer of UAV control between different Ground Control Stations.
• Payload Control Monitor System (PCMS) : Develop a new PCMS application to facilitate the switching of video sources from various Image Generator (IG) computers during handovers.
• Enhanced UAV Systems : Improve UAV systems by incorporating more failures, controls, and functionalities.
• System Architecture : Contribute to the design and development of the overall GCS architecture to accommodate the new functionalities.
• Testing and Validation : Conduct engineering building, internal validation tests, Customer Confidence Tests (CCT), and On‑Site Acceptance Tests (OSAT).
• Documentation : Maintain comprehensive documentation of all developed applications, processes, and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software development using Qt and C++.
• Familiarity with Docker for application deployment.
• Experience with Ansible for version management and deployment is valued.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Previous experience in simulation environments or aerospace projects is a plus.

This project is exclusively developed on‑site at the client's office, ensuring close collaboration and seamless integration with their operational environment.

What we offer

Flexible working hours, Canteen, Training programs, Sport activities, Attractive compensation, Team‑oriented work, Unlimited employment contract.