GNSS Algorithm and Performance Engineer Job at Airbus (Taufkirchen / Ottobrunn)

GNSS Algorithm and Performance Engineer

The navigation department at Airbus Defence and Space in Taufkirchen is looking ...

Location

Germany , Taufkirchen / Ottobrunn

Salary:

Not provided

Airbus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in geodesy, Aerospace engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering or similar
Knowledge and prior experience in satellite navigation systems & algorithms
Good understanding of data processing and statistical evaluation
Ability to analyze complex technical problems and define innovative solutions
Experience in software development with one or more of the following languages: Matlab, Python, C, C++, or similar
Ready to acquire a national security clearance
Solid written and verbal communication skills in English
Team player and willingness to work in international environments

Job Responsibility

Contribution to system design by performance assessment and justification
Performance requirements engineering and verification
Navigation data parsing, manipulation, and statistical analysis
Development and evolution of navigation algorithms on system and user level
Development, maintenance, and implementation of software tools used for navigation performance assessment and design activities
Contribution to the evolution of navigation systems towards a more robust design with new services
Perform trade-off analyses, finding the best solution fulfilling requirements
Interaction, presentation, and discussion with international customers and stakeholders

What we offer

Attractive salary and special payments
30 days paid vacation and extra days-off for special occasions
Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group wide development prospects
Special benefits: employer-funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, subsidies for public transport, employee benefits at cooperating companies
On-site-facilities: Kindergarten close to the site, medical officer for check-ups and other health-related services, canteen and cafeteria, gym
Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part-time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)
Working in a diverse environment, with more than 140 nationalities, where every voice is heard

Fulltime

New

Electrical Engineer III

Orion Space Solutions (Orion) was born out of the vision for applying fundamenta...

Location

United States , Louisville

Salary:

80144.69 - 192586.48 USD / Year

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, applied mathematics, atmospheric science, or related discipline
BS and 5-7 years experience, MS and 3-5 years experience or PhD with 0-2 years experience
General expertise in signal processing techniques and their real-world application
Hands-on experience with implementing and testing tracking of GPS and other GNSS signals, especially open loop tracking for GNSS radio occultation
Hands-on experience with writing software for GNSS software-defined radio
Proficiency in Python and C++
Adherence to modern software development practices
Excellent communication skills in technical reports and presentations

Job Responsibility

Drive the implementation of signal processing for spaceborne GNSS remote sensing applications, including GNSS radio occultation and reflectometry
Work with software engineers and test engineers to prepare operational and pre-operational software for use in ground testing and on-orbit operation
Serve as a conduit between mission management, instrument specialists, and engineers on GNSS processing system
Lead algorithm research, development, and optimization for advanced GNSS signal acquisition and tracking techniques specifically tailored for space applications
Design and implement error correction and quality control systems for GNSS-derived atmospheric profiles and surface reflection measurements
Collaborate with science teams to define processing requirements and develop calibration approaches for new GNSS-based remote sensing techniques
Design and conduct simulations to validate algorithm performance across various orbital scenarios and signal environments
Develop and maintain technical documentation for GNSS signal processing algorithms, including mathematical derivations and implementation details
Participate in mission planning activities to ensure GNSS instrument requirements are properly defined and addressed
Analyze on-orbit GNSS receiver performance data to identify anomalies and recommend payload operations adjustments

What we offer

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Retirement and Savings
Learning and Development opportunities
wellness programs
other optional benefit elections

Fulltime

New

Director of Radar and Navigation

Responsible for leading the Radar and navigation sensor group to continue to lea...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Herbruck Poultry Ranch

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s of Engineering degree with Masters or PhD preferred with 10 years of experience
Knowledge of signal processing, GNSS, software and ML with an understanding of hardware and mechanical engineering
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with a global team/audience
Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills, including ability to resolve disputes on a global basis
Ability to meet deadlines
accomplish work in order of priority
professionally maintain composure and effectiveness under pressure and changing conditions
Ability to react very quickly to new duties and situations encountered on the job
Ability to negotiate conflict and maintain constructive working relationships with people at all levels of an organization
Ability to support corporate 5 C’s program. Customer Satisfaction, Commercial Edge, Collaboration, Culture of Passion and Performance, and Credibility

Job Responsibility

Ultimately accountable for the Radar and Positioning Sensor group technical execution and performance
Management and supervision of direct and indirect employees to foster a global environment
Leadership, career development and capability building for the group including Systems engineers, Radar Principal engineers, FPGA engineers, DSP, RF engineers, GNSS, embedded and software engineers, Quality and V&V engineers
Planning and designing radar and sensor systems and platforms
Collaborate with hardware, mechanical and software engineering leaders
Work closely with global product management and senior leadership team on product roadmaps, strategy and research
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver these to a global audience using multimedia tools
With the team develop algorithms and techniques to process radar signals and extract meaningful information
Designing radar antennas to transmit and receive signals efficiently
Oversight and guidance on tests and simulations to ensure the performance and accuracy of radar systems

What we offer

Competitive 401(k) plan with company match
Health benefits
Paid time off
Robust Wellness Program

Fulltime

GNSS Software Engineer

Drive Innovation in Aviation GPS as our Next GNSS Software Engineer! Ready to ma...

Location

United States , Sunnyvale

Salary:

138700.00 - 190700.00 USD / Year

Trimble Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics with expertise in numerical analysis and statistics
Proven experience with GNSS Signal-In-Space (SIS) processing, navigation data recovery, and health/integrity monitoring
Deep understanding of SIS tracking/acquisition hardware, algorithms, and PVT Weighted Least Squares or Kalman Filtering
Proficiency in designing software in C for embedded systems using modular and structured design concepts
Strong documentation and communication skills with a self-motivated, team-oriented attitude
Experience with GNSS receiver algorithm design, implementation, and testing

Job Responsibility

Design and implement software solutions for embedded GPS receivers, focusing on acquisition, track, timing, and resource management
Analyze complex requirements in collaboration with Systems Engineering to develop structured software architectures
Plan and scope development efforts, following disciplined processes to design, document, and verify software
Define requirements-based system tests to ensure the highest levels of performance and reliability
Interact closely with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware and firmware subsystems

What we offer

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Time off plans
retirement plans
tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Fulltime

Software Engineer 3 - Sensor Fusion and Perception

We are a multidisciplinary R&D team focused on developing autonomous navigation ...

Location

United States , Tampa

Salary:

Not provided

AEVEX Aerospace

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency with sensor fusion algorithms (e.g., EKF, UKF, factor graphs, SLAM) and navigation concepts (inertial navigation, visual odometry, GPS-denied PNT)
Advanced programming skills in C++, Python, and/or MATLAB, with familiarity in modern development workflows (Git, CI/CD)
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze large datasets from multi-sensor systems
Familiarity with open-source navigation and SLAM frameworks (e.g., ORB-SLAM, VINS-Mono, GTSAM, Cartographer)
Demonstrated ability to write technical documentation, reports, or publications
Bachelor’s Degree in computer Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field
5+ years of relevant industry or research experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or navigation algorithm development
Experience with computer vision and ML frameworks such as OpenCV, PyTorch, or TensorFlow
Experience with embedded systems, real-time computing, and deploying algorithms to fielded platforms
Experience leading or significantly contributing to R&D projects involving autonomy or robotics

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and deploy robust sensor fusion and state estimation algorithms for autonomous navigation in degraded GPS environments
Lead development of perception and localization systems that integrate data from vision, IMU, GNSS, and alternative navigation sensors
Develop and optimize algorithms for real-time performance on embedded and edge compute platforms (e.g., Jetson, FPGA, ARM SoCs)
Perform simulation-based validation and hardware-in-the-loop testing using environments such as ROS, Gazebo, or CARLA
Drive research into emerging techniques, including deep learning for perception and SLAM, and assess applicability to navigation problems
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to project planning, code reviews, and system integration efforts
Interface with internal and external collaborators to support test campaigns, data collection, and field evaluations
Perform other duties as required
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices

What we offer

401(k)-retirement plan
comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
professional development funds
an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees

Fulltime

Specialist / Lead Navigation Engineer (PNT & Sensor Fusion)

We are building a dedicated Navigation & PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timin...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

Tekever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Aerospace, Robotics, Control Systems, or Electrical Engineering with a focus on PNT/Navigation
Demonstrated experience in developing navigation solutions for autonomous platforms (UAS, Missiles, or Robotics)
High proficiency in modelling and simulation tools for algorithm development and data analysis
Familiarity with coordinate systems (ECEF, NED), inertial sensor error modelling, and stochastic processes
Eligible for UK SC Clearance
A passion for solving the "GNSS-denied" challenge using novel, non-traditional methods
Ability to perform complex error-budget analysis and understand the nuances of sensor drift and uncertainty
Able to work closely with Flight Control and Mission Systems engineers to ensure a cohesive systems level design

Job Responsibility

Algorithm Development: Design, simulate, and implement advanced navigation algorithms tailored for UAS flight profiles
Architecture Design: Define the PNT architecture for our platforms, ensuring modularity and growth potential for "Plug and Play" sensor integration
Resilience Testing: Evaluate system performance in GNSS-denied or degraded environments through rigorous simulation and flight test analysis
Technical Leadership: (For Lead candidates) Act as the technical authority for PNT within the program, guiding the roadmap for sovereign navigation capability
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL): Support the integration of navigation software with flight control hardware and high-grade Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs)

What we offer

An excellent work environment and an opportunity to make a difference
Salary Compatible with the level of proven experience

Fulltime

State Estimation Engineer

As a State Estimation Engineer, you will design, implement, and deploy robust st...

Location

Germany , Potsdam; Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

Sensmore GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Hands-on experience with state estimation algorithms (e.g. Kalman Filters, particle filters, SLAM back-ends)
Experience working with real robotic sensor data and understanding its limitations in the field
Proficiency in C++ and/or Python for robotics software development
Familiarity with ROS / ROS2 or similar robotic middleware
Strong debugging and analytical skills, with the ability to reason about system-level failures

Job Responsibility

Design and implement state estimation pipelines for autonomous machines, including pose, velocity, and system state estimation
Fuse data from multiple sensors (e.g. LiDAR, Radar, cameras, IMUs, GNSS, wheel odometry) using probabilistic frameworks
Develop and maintain filter-based and optimization-based estimators (e.g. EKF/UKF, factor graphs, smoothing)
Model sensor noise, biases, and failure modes
design estimators robust to partial sensor dropout and degraded conditions
Integrate state estimation modules with perception, planning, and control stacks
Validate and benchmark estimation performance using simulation, logged datasets, and real-world field tests
Support on-machine deployment and debugging, including tuning estimators in production environments
Collaborate closely with robotics software, perception, and controls engineers to ensure system-level performance

What we offer

Attractive compensation package and stock options
Beverages on-site and regular social events
Engage with top-tier researchers, engineers, and thought leaders
Influence the future of robotic technologies and tackle significant technological challenges
Assistance with relocation to Berlin

Fulltime

Engineering Intern - Navigation & Sensor Fusion

Join a high-impact engineering team at AEVEX Aerospace working at the intersecti...

Location

United States , Tampa

Salary:

Not provided

AEVEX Aerospace

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Familiarity with navigation algorithms, Kalman filtering, or SLAM
Exposure to embedded platforms (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson) or real-time sensor systems
Comfortable working with both software tools and physical hardware
Strong analytical and communication skills
Pursuing a B.S., M.S., or PhD in Computer Engineering, Robotics, Electrical/Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields
Hands-on experience with C++, Python, and libraries like OpenCV, ROS, or PyTorch
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required

Job Responsibility

Assist in the development and testing of software for sensor data acquisition and multi-sensor fusion (e.g., IMUs, cameras, GNSS, LiDAR)
Support integration of novel navigation hardware and software onto AEVEX platforms, including embedded systems and edge devices
Participate in test and evaluation campaigns, including live flight tests at AEVEX test facilities
Conduct data reduction and analysis during and after flight testing to validate system performance
Prototype and validate computer vision or deep learning-based techniques for localization, mapping, and estimation
Contribute to simulations and software testing using environments like ROS, Gazebo, or CARLA
Collaborate with engineers in autonomy, perception, and embedded systems across defense and aerospace applications
Perform other duties as required
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices

What we offer

401(k)-retirement plan
comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
professional development funds
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

GNSS Algorithm and Performance Engineer

Airbus

Location:
Germany , Taufkirchen / Ottobrunn

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
February 22, 2026

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