PACE Aerospace & Information Technology GmbH, as a part of the TXT e-Solutions Group, is an internationally renowned software company that specializes in the development of innovative solutions for the aviation industry. Our customers include many of the world’s largest aircraft manufacturers and airlines.
Since its inception in 1995, PACE has been creating and developing software for airplane design & configuration, route network analysis, virtual training, and fuel efficiency improvements. PACE has an extensive network within the international academia community and partners in multiple national and European research projects. The company is based in Berlin, Germany, with subsidiaries in the USA, Canada and Singapore. As part of the stock-listed Milan-based TXT e-Solutions group, PACE is benefiting from an ecosystem of digital innovators in multiple industrial sectors.

LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER:

PACE Aerospace & Information Technology GmbH, part of the TXT Group, is an internationally renowned based in Berlin, committed to revolutionizing the global aerospace industry with cutting-edge solutions that optimize aircraft design, marketing, and operations. Our client portfolio includes some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer, Lufthansa, Rolls-Royce, and many others.
Thanks to our expertise, companies around the world enhance their efficiency and innovation.
As part of its Embedded Systems Business Unit, PACE is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to take a key role in an exciting new project with a major aircraft manufacturer.
The selected candidate will lead the design, development, and delivery of a state-of-the-art Virtual Cockpit Interface Simulator, which will form a core component advanced training facilities.
This role combines technical leadership, hands-on engineering, and direct product engagement, offering the opportunity to shape a high-profile aerospace simulation system from the ground up.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES:

Lead the technical design and development of the Virtual Cockpit subsystem using C++, Qt/QML, and OpenGL;
Serve as the main technical focal point toward the customer, translating requirements into implementable solutions;
Drive requirement analysis, architecture definition, and design reviews;
Guide the development team in implementing cockpit displays, controls, and UI components compliant with real-time simulation constraints;
Oversee performance optimization to meet stringent latency requirements;
Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation;
Coordinate with project management to align technical progress with schedule and quality objectives.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Senior Software Engineer in complex, real-time simulation or avionics projects;
Expertise in C++, Qt/QML, and OpenGL development;
Experience with UI modelling tools and reusable QML component development;
Strong understanding of real-time graphical rendering and performance optimization;
Familiarity with cockpit interface systems;
Proficiency in requirement analysis, architecture design, and stakeholder communication;
Experience with technical documentation and participation in design reviews; Knowledge of Linux (Debian), CMake, and Git-based workflows.

OPTIONAL TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Understanding of simulation environments;
Familiarity with OpenSceneGraph and aircraft display rendering;
Exposure to aerospace/defense industry standards and security constraints.
The ideal candidate also has excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
At PACE, you will be at the forefront of aerospace innovation, helping to shape the future of aircraft configuration and design.
This is a hybrid role based in Munich, BY (Germany).

Please refer the Job description for details