Software Architect – Embedded Avionics (d/f/m)
Designs and maintains safety-critical embedded avionics software for combat mission systems at Airbus Defence and Space in Manching. Day-to-day work centers on C/C++/Ada, real-time operating systems, aviation standards like DO-178C and ARINC 653, testing/validation, and collaboration with hardware and systems engineers.
- Compensation
- €70K–€100K / yr
- Location
- Manching, Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm (Kreis)
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Category
- Embedded
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Master's degree in Computer Science and 4+ years of specific experience
- Proven experience in embedded software development for avionics or aerospace applications
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ and/or Ada, and experience with real-time operating systems
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks and deep learning techniques
- Familiarity with avionics standards such as ARINC 653 and DO-178C, and with safety-critical software development
Full description
Salary: 70.000 - 100.000 € per yearRequirements:
- Masters degree in Computer Science and 4+ years of specific experience
- Proven experience in embedded software development for avionics or aerospace applications
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ and/or Ada, and experience with real-time operating systems
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks and deep learning techniques
- Familiarity with avionics standards such as ARINC 653 and DO-178C, and with safety-critical software development
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded avionics software for aerospace systems
- Collaborate with hardware and systems engineers and other cross-functional teams to integrate software solutions into avionics systems
- Ensure compliance with aviation industry standards, including DO-178C, and safety-critical software development practices
- Conduct software testing, validation, and verification to meet aerospace requirements
Technologies:
- Ada
- AI
- Architect
- Embedded
- Hardware
- Support
- Mobile
More:
We are Airbus Defence and Space GmbH, seeking a Software Architect specializing in embedded avionics software (d/f/m) to support Air Power Engineering—Combat Mission Systems Software. This is a permanent, professional-level role in Software Engineering, based in Manching, about an hour north of Munich. Manching offers countryside living, leisure and cultural activities, and access to nearby cities. We offer attractive remuneration and additional benefits, 30 days of annual leave, flexible and mobile working options, part-time work, job sharing, sabbaticals, professional development and international career opportunities, health programs, an on-site doctor, canteen and cafeteria, and childcare facilities at selected locations. Our diverse workforce includes more than 140 nationalities, and we are committed to inclusion, equal opportunities, and flexible working arrangements. We support employees personal growth with customized development solutions and expect a commitment to integrity and awareness of potential compliance risks.
last updated 44 week of 2026