Job Description

Job-ID: T-PS Powertrain System -22997

Thesis - Software development/control engineering multicopter drones (embedded)

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Students — Limited; Thesis

Gifhorn, Berlin

This challenge awaits you:

We are looking for you to join our team to undertake a thesis in the field of embedded software development.

Your Tasks:

• You will work on embedded real-time systems, primarily in the automotive powertrain sector - from conception to commissioning.
• You will gain insights into system architecture, systems engineering, requirements management, implementation and system integration.
• You will work with model-based or code-driven software development.
• You will apply your specialist and methodological knowledge in the field of embedded software development as well as in the digitalization and automation of processes.
• You will design the software systems of the future for electromobility and fuel cells in combination with the further development of software for current hybrid and combustion engines.
• You will support the further development of multicopter drones, e.g. through flight tests and the operation of ArduPilot systems.

Necessary Skills:

• Ongoing studies with a focus on computer science, computer engineering or a comparable course of study
• Programming knowledge and experience in C or C++, Python, ROS2 MATLAB/Simulink and additional scripting languages are an advantage
• Basic knowledge in control engineering
• A2 pilot's license and RC remote pilot
• Very good knowledge of German (C1 level or native speaker) and good knowledge of English (B2 level)

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of embedded real-time systems in the field of automotive, powertrain, drones or robotics
• Understanding of software development processes and methods (e.g. SPICE, SCRUM, etc.)
• Initial knowledge of Linux
• Structured way of working, initiative, creativity

Remuneration is based on our collective wage and salary agreement. The current monthly salary for this position is EUR 1.012.00.

You won’t just be working anywhere as a student at IAV. You’ll be right in the middle of it all. Real projects. Exciting future tasks. Completely integrated and side-by-side with IAV experts. Lots of responsibility and at the same time lots of freedom, combining university and work. The result is the best prospects for your professional development. And attractive compensation in accordance with our company wage agreements.
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