#### About us

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

#### Job description

In order to support, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a


# **Simulator UI Systems Lead (d/f/m)**

Our department develops top-notch, high-fidelity engineering and training simulations for a variety of aircrafts, supporting the entire development lifecycle.

We are seeking for a Systems Lead to own the design, development, and delivery of user interface solutions in context of control stations for our simulators. In addition to the overall simulation control & monitoring, these stations are also used for instructing and debriefing training sessions.

This hybrid role combines systems engineering, product ownership and project management to ensure our solutions are technically sound, user-focused, and delivered on-time.

# **Your location**

Located about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up-and-coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near-by cities are still within easy reach.

# **Your benefits**

- 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 bike & car leasing, special conditions for insurances, subsidies for public transport, employee benefits at cooperating companies
- On-site-facilities: Medical officer for check-ups and other health-related services, canteen and cafeteria, kindergarten close to the site
- 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

# **Your tasks and responsibilities**

- Define and communicate the long-term vision for simulator control stations, ensuring alignment with customer needs and company strategy.
- Capture and translate customer needs into clear system specification and acceptance criteria.
- Shape technical roadmap together with system- & software engineers, breaking down requirements into tasks and milestones.
- Own and prioritize the product backlog, balancing new features, technical improvements, and customer feedback.
- Drive the development of user-centric, high-performance UIs with Qt/QML, aligning design with usability and architectural integrity.
- Perform risk management activities by proactively identifying and resolving issues before they impact delivery.
- Ensure high-quality product delivery on time within agreed budget and scope.
- Manage collaboration with external suppliers and subcontractors, ensure seamless integration into the overall system.
- Regularly monitor, evaluate and report progress, challenges and customer feedback. Keep stakeholders informed.

# **Desired skills and qualifications**

- Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, or relevant field. Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience in product management or product ownership roles. Ability to define and implement a product vision and to drive the successful product delivery.
- Experience across entire system engineering lifecycle for complex systems, preferably in military flight training devices.
- Ability to identify, assess, and drive effective and appealing UI designs that enhance usability.
- Strong technical background with a solid understanding of modern software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps pipelines, containerization) and familiarity of software technologies (C++, Ot/QML).
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to efficiently collaborate with customers and within cross-functional teams.
- Experience in managing external suppliers and subcontractors.
- Proactive and pragmatic mindset and being passionate about simulation.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.


Take your career to a new level and apply [online](https://www.airbus.com/en/careers) now!

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