Electronic Warfare Developer (d/m/f)
- Location
- Manching, Germany
- Work type
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Salary
- Not listed
- Clearance
- Not required
- U.S. citizenship
- Not stated
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
About the role
Job Description:
In order to support Air Power Engineering - Mission Systems , Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a
Electronic Warfare Developer (d/m/f)
The successful applicant will join the Combat Algorithm Development and Prototyping team within the Mission System Center of Competence, dedicated for bridging the gap between theoretical mathematical models and deployable, real-world combat systems.
The team designs, codes, and validates high-performance algorithms that drive autonomous decision-making, target acquisition, and mission optimization. By rapidly prototyping these solutions, it is ensured that the relevant technologies are robust, scalable, and ready for integration into next-generation defence platforms.
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.
Our Benefits for You
- Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
- Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
- Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
- Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
- Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.
Your tasks and responsibilities
In this position you will be in charge to:
- Support the development of EMO Management software components for Spectrum Management and the EMO Decision Advisor
- Work on the "classical (non-AI)" part of the EMO (Electro-Magnetic Operations) Decision Advisor
- Integrate software components up to TRL5 and (possibly) support the handover to the product development team
- Perform integration and testing of software components in combination with the simulation tool JADES
Desired skills and qualifications
- Bachelor´s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
- Core Programming & OS: Strong C programming skills; command-line Linux proficiency.
- Development & Tools: Software development using an IDE (e.g., Eclipse); hands-on experience with Git, Matlab, Wireshark, and Doxygen.
- Engineering & Practices: Translating abstract concepts into executable code; software documentation and testing standards; experience working with VS-NfD data.
- This would be a plus: Knowledge of Python, JADES, avionics software development, and communication protocols (NDAS, CESMO, Link 16).
- Analytical Thinking & Quality Focus: Ability to decompose complex, abstract concepts into practical software solutions. Precision and high attention to detail regarding code robustness and documentation
- Collaboration: Strong team player adaptable to cross-functional, multidisciplinary environments.
- English: Business fluent (written and spoken).
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Company:
Airbus Defence and Space GmbHEmployment Type:
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Experience Level:
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