Job Description:

Our Airbus Helicopters Software Mission Functions department in Donauwörth & Marignane is responsible for the development and integration of embedded software implementing safety-critical functionalities in military mission avionics systems.

The team develops in-house solutions and supports products developed by other entities, ensuring that all development processes comply with applicable safety standards (e.g., ED-12 / DO-178) and certification requirements.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer H/F based in MARIGNANE who is not only technically skilled, but also structured, precise, and proactive in simplifying processes, coaching colleagues, and ensuring smooth integration of embedded software.

Your main tasks & accountabilities

• Implement embedded software for military mission avionics systems, ensuring high quality and compliance with applicable standards.

• Participate in all phases of the V-model software lifecycle, including:

• • Requirements analysis and specification

  Software architecture and design

• Implementation of embedded SW modules (*main focus)

Integration of software across avionics systems

Verification and validation activities

• Gather, analyze, System requirements.

• Write clear and precise software requirements, avoiding over- or under-specification.

• Define and implement verification strategies to ensure developed software meets the specified requirements.

• Act as software integrator, ensuring seamless integration of Embedded SW .

• Collaborate with colleagues to simplify and optimize processes, fostering best practices and coaching team members.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• University degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related discipline.

• Proven experience in specification and/or development of Real-Time Embedded Software.

• Strong knowledge of airworthiness and certification standards.

• Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD, automation, and process improvement.

• Structured, precise, and proactive, with a mindset for process simplification and team coaching.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Additional Knowledge / Advantageous Experience

• Design of embedded software for military avionics or mission-critical systems.

• Familiarity with agile frameworks (e.g., SCRUM).

• Knowledge of avionics bus systems (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, ARINC429).

• Experience with software qualification/certification standards (e.g., DOD-STD-2167A, MIL-STD-498, IEEE 12207, DO-178B/C).

We look forward to receiving your detailed application!

Note: This position is offered under a local contract and may require security clearance or eligibility for clearance by recognized authorities.

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.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters SAS:

Employment Type:

Permanent

Classe Emploi (France): Classe G13

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Software Engineering

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