Ground Segment Software Architect (d/f/m)

at  Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Airbus Defence & Space is working on a new satellite-based communication system. The constellation of satellites will offer connectivity to the customer, allowing connecting elements through satellite RF and optical links.
The system consists of the space segment (two geostationary satellites) and the ground segment. The Ground Segment is composed by a part which allows the overall TC/TM exchange with the satellite, and a part which allows the monitoring and control of the Payload.
In order to actively monitor and control the Payload configuration of the satellites a new tool will be developed by Airbus DS. Such tool will allow actively managing antenna parameters as well as payload channels connectivity settings in order to reach the needed field coverage and performances.

TASK DESCRIPTION:

As a Software Architect, you are responsible for the overall design of the Software.
The Software will be partly developed internally within the team and will be partly subcontracted to an internal Subcontractor. You will be in charge of defining the Software Architecture following MBSE as well as to overlook the Software Development and Validation process together with performing System and Software Engineering tasks whereas needed.
Your range of tasks will timely cover the entire Design and Validation cycle from low-level requirements verification to acceptance testing and Software validation. Your activities will be performed in close cooperation with the Lead Engineer and the sub-contractors.
The holder of this position will be located at Ottobrunn and reports to the Lead Engineer.

Your tasks:

• Analyse customer requirements and define the adequate Software Architecture following MBSE, ensuring robustness and compatibility with the already existing software provided by subcontractor.
• Producing ECSS Software Design documentation making use of modern MBSE toolsets.
• Support the definition of System level requirements and related break down into Software requirements and architectural concepts.
• Overlook internal Software Development process in order to meet the implementation schedule following AGILE framework.
• Analyse data from validation tests to determine whether systems and processes meet required criteria and specifications
• Perform small high level Software Integration and Validation tasks, conduct analysis on Software non-conformances, discrepancies and waivers

SKILLS REQUIRED

Background and experience:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Aerospace or other related Engineering
• Experience in Software Design, Architecture and Interfaces definition, with particular focus on microservices architecture, RESTful design and message queues (e.g. RabbitMQ).
• Experience of modern Software IVV strategies, with particular focus on CI/CD DevOps technologies (Jenkins, K8s, Docker).
• Experience with System Engineering process, including MBSE, V-cycle, Unit / Integration / System level testing and overall system IVV process.
• Experience in AGILE Software Development Lifecycle (Kanban, SCRUM)
• Experience in Payload communication E2E chain, i.e. antennas, DSPs, digital design is a plus
• Operational Knowledge of Enterprise Architect, CAMEO System Modeller and DOORS is a plus
• Experience with ESA ECSS processes is a plus
• Ability to operate and efficiently communicate in a multi-national team organisation
• Language skills: English fluent, German language skills are advantageous

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

EXPERIENCE LEVEL:

Professional

• Analyse customer requirements and define the adequate Software Architecture following MBSE, ensuring robustness and compatibility with the already existing software provided by subcontractor.
• Producing ECSS Software Design documentation making use of modern MBSE toolsets.
• Support the definition of System level requirements and related break down into Software requirements and architectural concepts.
• Overlook internal Software Development process in order to meet the implementation schedule following AGILE framework.
• Analyse data from validation tests to determine whether systems and processes meet required criteria and specifications
• Perform small high level Software Integration and Validation tasks, conduct analysis on Software non-conformances, discrepancies and waiver