DevOps Engineer
Airbus Defence and Space
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Job Description
About the Eurodrone Programme
The Eurodrone programme represents a groundbreaking industrial and commercial initiative, critical for European strategic autonomy and a 'light-house' for the aeronautics industry. It is the first programme to fully implement digital design manufacturing and services (DDMS), positioning Airbus Defence and Space at the forefront of virtual engineering innovation. Join the UAS business and contribute to this pivotal program.
Mission and Activities of a DevOps Engineer
In the Airbus Defence & Space Military Aircraft Simulation Domain, we develop high-fidelity Engineering and Training Simulations for various aircraft, supporting the entire development lifecycle. The Virtual Engineering (VE) team is establishing a new way-of-working for the European MALE RPAS (Eurodrone) programme. Your mission as a DevOps Engineer will be to generate and deploy a central simulation, associated governance, processes, and tools to support the development, integration, and verification of the European MALE RPAS, including its training simulators.
As a DevOps Engineer within the Simulation Deployment and Infrastructure working group, you will enhance and maintain our DevOps pipeline. You will contribute to the development and integration of Virtual Engineering tools for the Eurodrone test benches and be responsible for deploying the Eurodrone simulation software across diverse environments, including virtual labs, simulation laboratories, test benches, and future training simulators. This role is part of an international and multidisciplinary team, crucial for the success of Airbus Defence and Space.
Your Location
This position is located in Manching, an evolving market town approximately an hour north of Munich. Manching offers a high quality of life with abundant leisure and cultural activities, providing a country setting with easy access to nearby city amenities.
Benefits at Airbus Defence and Space
- Attractive salary package, including holiday pay, Christmas bonus, and profit sharing.
- 30 days of annual leave plus additional days off for special occasions.
- Excellent opportunities for upskilling and significant professional development.
- Employer-funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special insurance conditions, and public transport subsidies.
- On-site facilities: medical officer services, canteen, cafeteria, and a nearby kindergarten.
Airbus promotes flexible working arrangements wherever possible to foster innovation and support work-life balance.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Maintain Virtual Engineering CI/CD pipelines as part of automated DevOps processes.
- Manage and configure VE DevOps tools, including Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, GitLab, Nexus, Artifactory, and Jenkins.
- Develop and implement Virtual Engineering tools for test benches and training simulators.
- Deploy simulation software across various environments: virtual labs, simulation labs, test benches, and training simulators.
- Identify and implement continuous improvements in simulation deployment processes.
Occasional international travel will be required due to the global nature of the team.
Required Skills and Experience
Education and Professional Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in computer science, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant working experience.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in programming languages: Python, Bash, Java, Groovy.
- Experience with version control tools: Git.
- Knowledge of operating systems: Linux, Windows.
- Experience with DevOps tools: Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Nexus, Jenkins.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience with DevOps tools: GitLab, Artifactory.
- Experience in hardware & software integration.
Soft and Communication Skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in large, multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent team player.
- Capacity to work independently.
- Proactive approach to tasks and problem-solving.
Language Skills
- Advanced English proficiency is essential.
- German and Spanish language skills are a significant advantage.
If you don't meet every single requirement, Airbus is committed to your personal growth with customized development solutions. Take your career to a new level and apply online now!
Key skills/competency
- DevOps Pipeline Management
- CI/CD
- Python
- Bash
- Java
- Groovy
- Git
- Linux
- Jira
- Jenkins
How to Get Hired at Airbus Defence and Space
- Research Airbus Defence and Space's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor, focusing on innovation in aerospace and defense.
- Tailor your resume for DevOps: Customize your resume to highlight experience with CI/CD, Python, Git, and specific DevOps tools mentioned for the DevOps Engineer role at Airbus.
- Showcase your Virtual Engineering passion: Emphasize any projects or experience related to simulation, digital design, or complex system integration, aligning with the Eurodrone program's goals.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your proficiency in Python, Bash, Java, Linux, and your experience with specific tools like Jenkins, Jira, and Git.
- Highlight teamwork and proactive problem-solving: Airbus values collaboration and initiative; prepare examples demonstrating these soft skills within an international team setting.
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