Airbus Defence and Space GmbH
Aerospace
PhDonAutonomousOperationsandCognitiveProcessorImplementationforSpaceSystems(d/f/m)
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“PhD on Autonomous Operations and Cognitive Processor Implementation for Space Systems (d/f/m) at Airbus Defence and Space GmbH. Skills: Autonomous Operations, Cognitive Processor, Space Systems, Embedded Systems. Define novel architectures for autonomous operations. Research novel architectures for autonomous operations”
Industry & Context.
Technical implementation challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master’s degree eligible for PhD, Embedded Linux experience, Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) experience, C++ programming skills
Nice to Have
Python familiarity, MATLAB/Simulink familiarity, Robotics practical experience, Hardware integration practical experience, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing practical experience
What You'll Do.
Define novel architectures for autonomous operations
Research novel architectures for autonomous operations
Define novel methodologies for autonomous operations
Research novel methodologies for autonomous operations
Define novel GNC functions
Research novel GNC functions
Set up Cognitive Processor
Configure Cognitive Processor
Manage hardware transmission protocols
Interface with physical sensors
Interface with simulation PCs
Implement Real-Time Operating System
Configure Real-Time Operating System
Maintain Real-Time Operating System
Support integration of C++ code
Support optimization of C++ code
Support deployment of C++ code
Participate in FlatSat test campaigns
Participate in Hardware-in-the-Loop test campaigns
Integrate processor with robotic facilities
Validate closed-loop autonomous behaviors
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Weekly team meetings; International environment
Full Job Description
****Job Description:**** In order to support the advancement in the field of conjunction analysis and collision avoidance of space assets, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a # **PhD on Autonomous Operations and Cognitive Processor Implementation for Space Systems (d/f/m)** Are you looking for a PhD opportunity and want to gain deep hands-on experience in spacecraft autonomy, real-time embedded systems, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) robotics? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in the department of Functional Architecture and Validation as a PhD candidate. * Location: _Friedrichshafen_ * Start: _01.09.2026_ * Duration: _3 years_ **Your location** At the Airbus site in Friedrichshafen you will be working on innovation where others spend their holidays. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Constance while having lunch in our canteen. And after work, join one of our many corporate sports groups to go running, sailing or skiing. **Your benefits** * Attractive salary and work-life balance with an 35-hour week (flexitime). * International environment with the opportunity to network globally. * Work with modern/diversified technologies. * At Airbus, we see you as a valuable team member and you are not hired to brew coffee, instead you are in close contact with the interfaces and are part of our weekly team meetings. * Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network. **Your tasks and responsibilities** This PhD project will be carried out as part of our advanced research activities exploring the application of Artificial Intelligence and autonomous Navigation & Guidance in space-borne systems. The project bridges the gap between software simulation and physical reality by deploying advanced algorithms onto a space-representative Cognitive Processor (System-on-Chip/FPGA). As a PhD candidate, your work will be uniquely split between applied engineering and academic research. You will be responsible for the core technic
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