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Join Airbus Defence and Space in Taufkirchen / Ottobrunn for a 6-month Master Thesis focusing on NTN Positioning Receivers. This full-time student role features a 35-hour work week with flexitime and involves researching next-generation 5G/6G non-terrestrial networks, developing signal processing algorithms, and conducting experiments using software-defined radio.

Requirements

  • Enrolled full-time student in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Navigation, or similar.
  • Solid understanding of navigation receivers and basic knowledge of 5G NTN.
  • Experience with software-defined radio and signal processing for 5G physical-layer processing using Python and C++.
  • Fluent in English with strong communication and independent working skills.
  • No minimum years of professional experience are required.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Python and C++: Develop advanced signal processing algorithms targeting real-time operations for NTN positioning.
  • Software-defined radio: Conduct experiments on existing 5G/6G NTN demonstrators and satellites using SDR.
  • Research: Investigate positioning receivers for next-generation 5G/6G non-terrestrial networks.
  • Teamwork: Collaborate effectively in an international environment and communicate findings clearly.
  • Potential transition routes: People from telecommunications or signal processing academic backgrounds may bring relevant programming and analytical skills, alongside meeting the mandatory engineering enrollment requirements.

Job description

Job Description:

In order to support the Future Navigation Programs department, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a

Master student (d/f/m) in the field of NTN Positioning Receivers

You are looking for a Master Thesis and want to get to know the work of a job title? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in the Future Navigation Programs department as a Master Thesis student (d/f/m)!

  • Location: Taufkirchen / Ottobrunn
  • Start: As soon as possible
  • Duration: 6 months

Your location

Our site is just a stone's throw away from Munich, the beautiful capital of Bavaria. Are you into sports and other outdoor activities? The Alps and Lake Starnberg are within an hour’s reach, offering a multitude of recreational options.

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.
  • Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Your tasks and responsibilities

  • Research on positioning receivers for next-generation 5G/6G non-terrestrial networks (NTN).
  • Development of advanced signal processing algorithms for NTN positioning using Python and C++.
  • Experiments using software-defined radio (SDR) on existing 5G/6G NTN demonstrators and satellites.

Desired skills and qualifications

  • Enrolled full-time student (d/f/m) in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Navigation or similar field of study.
  • You have a solid understanding of the principles of navigation receivers, a strong interest in signal processing and navigation, and a basic knowledge of 5G non-terrestrial networks (NTN).
  • You are familiar with software-defined radio and have experience with signal processing of field recordings for 5G physical-layer processing.
  • You are comfortable in programming languages for developing algorithms and techniques (Python/C++) targeting real-time operations.
  • You are fluent in English.
  • You are a good team player, have excellent communication skills, and are able to work independently.

Please upload the following documents: cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts, enrollment certificate.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth.

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:
Final-year Thesis
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Experience Level:
Student

Job Family:
Support to Management

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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Airbus

Master Thesis (d/f/m) - NTN Positioning Receivers

Ottobrunn, Taufkirchen
Attractive salary

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