WINGCOPTER

(Senior) Autonomous Flight Software Engineer (m/f/d)

WINGCOPTER  •  Weiterstadt, DE (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Deine Aufgaben

  • Flight Control & Autonomy Development
    Design and refine Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithms for UAV platforms, including state estimation and control strategies. Enhance the flight stack to improve autonomy, robustness, and performance, while contributing to scalable system architecture. 
  • Embedded Real-Time Systems 
    Implement and optimize control software on RTOS-based embedded platforms and MCUs, ensuring deterministic real-time performance, efficient resource usage, and system stability. Support architectural trade-offs across performance, power, safety, and scalability. 
  • Sensor Fusion & Interfaces 
    Develop and tune multi-sensor fusion pipelines (e.g., IMU, GPS, perception sensors) to deliver accurate and reliable state estimation. 
  • Verification & Validation 
    Support verification activities aligned with standards such as DO-178C, including requirements-based testing, SIL/HIL, simulation, and flight test support, contributing to certification objectives. 
  • CI/CD, Quality & Documentation 
    Contribute to CI pipelines, static analysis, automated testing, and code reviews. Maintain clear technical documentation and design specifications to ensure long-term maintainability.

Dein Profil

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Cybernetics, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded and/or flight control software development for complex or safety-critical systems.
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded and real-time systems
  • Basic scripting skills (preferably Python) for tooling and automation
  • Experience with UAV state estimation and control systems or similar autonomous platforms
  • Hands-on experience with flight stacks (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot)
  • Experience integrating sensors (e.g., IMU, GPS) and communication protocols
  • Familiarity with CMake, Docker, Git, and automated testing frameworks
  • Strong debugging skills in simulation and embedded environments
  • Solid problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
  • Experience with safety/certification standards (e.g., ISO 26262, DO-178C)
  • Strong documentation and communication skills
  • Fluency in English; German is a plus

Was du als ideale Kandidatin oder idealer Kandidat mitbringst

  • You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success.
  • You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude.
  • You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future.

Was wir anbieten

  • A free parking space right at the office – for the days you come in.
  • Enjoy attractive  employee discounts with  corporate benefits on a variety of products and services.
  • Join the fun at our  employee events and team-building activities.
  • Many of our roles offer  remote work options and flexible hours to balance your life and work.
  • Stay fit with access to  EGYM Wellpass  – your wellbeing is a priority.
  • On two wheels to work? Take advantage of our Business Bike option and commute the healthy way.

Warum wir?

  • A motivated and supportive team, where every voice is heard, and collaboration drives our success.
  • A fast-growing tech startup, where the pace is exciting, and every day presents new challenges and opportunities.
  • A place where your ideas can take flight, allowing you to shape and influence projects from the ground up.
  • Dedicated to your personal and professional growth, offering opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive.
  • A company that values impact, where your work truly makes a difference and contributes to something meaningful.
WINGCOPTER

About WINGCOPTER

Wingcopter is a German developer, manufacturer and operator of eVTOL, fixed-wing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and provider of drone delivery services, focused on optimizing medical supply chains, as well as last-mile logistics of packages, tools, spare parts, food, and groceries. The currently 150-strong team is dedicated to improving and saving lives worldwide through meaningful commercial and humanitarian applications.

Thanks to its patented tilt-rotor mechanism and software algorithms, the Wingcopter 198 can take off and land vertically like a multicopter, while flying long distances as efficiently and quickly as a fixed-wing aircraft, even in heavy rain and wind.

Wingcopter is a Technology Pioneer and Global Innovator of the World Economic Forum.

Contact us: info@wingcopter.com

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Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
, DE
Year Founded
2017
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