The Fraunhofer Society currently operates 74 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros.

Our »Satellite Based Positioning Systems« department focuses on the development of receiver components and systems that utilize Global Navigation Satellite Systems – GNSS, (i.e. GPS, Galileo, and their upcoming improvements for satellite-based localization). Based on these receiver technologies, we develop innovative solutions and support the industry by introducing new products onto the market that secure time and location information in new energy and communication networks, thus promoting the energy turnaround and Germany's pioneering role on the world stage.

Are you fascinated by satellite navigation and the development of embedded system software? Do you want to shape the future of secure GNSS in national and international research projects?

If so, you may want to take a look at what we have to offer!

In this engaging position, you will research and develop advanced anti-jamming and anti-spoofing solutions for GNSS systems.
Additionally, you will contribute to the design, development, documentation, and delivery of software and firmware for secure GNSS platforms.
What's more, you will integrate system and software components into embedded System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures using FPGA and ASIC technologies.

A degree in electrical engineering, computer science, robotics, or equivalent education
Expertise in embedded software development, including proficiency in C/C++ programming, debugging, testing, and continuous integration
Willingness to obtain security clearance and engage in government-authorized projects
Preferably: experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), scripting languages (e.g., Python), and hardware description languages (e.g., VHDL / Verilog)
Beneficial: Familiarity with GNU/Linux environments, knowledge of cryptography and Common Criteria, and a background in signal processing and radio communications

We are also happy to welcome applications from committed junior professionals with basic knowledge and first practical experience from internships, student research projects or final theses.

Fraunhofer is not only the largest application-oriented research organization in Europe, but also a top-rated employer. How so?

An exciting job at a global market leader in a highly innovative key industry.
Projects with a strong practical component motivate our employees to drive innovation.
Our dedicated teams offer freedom for your ideas and room for creativity.
We value personal contact: With our structured onboarding process, you will quickly become familiar with our institute and be able to extend your network successfully.
We take your needs seriously: We support your work-life balance by offering flexible working hours and hybrid work.
Our colleagues enjoy our positive work culture: We are open-minded, we help and trust each other.
Top-of-the-line infrastructure at your work-place: With our state-of-the-art technologies, we develop solutions to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Talent development starts at school: Our programs inspire young people at an early age to pursue sciences and foster creative junior scientists.
Your goals and interests are important to us: We offer ongoing professional and personal seminars, coaching, and language classes.
We offer equal opportunities: Our female scientists, for example, benefit from the »Fraunhofer TALENTA« career program.
We offer complimentary parking spaces, charging stations for electric cars and covered bicycle parking, and showers at the institute.
We subsidize your Deutschland-Ticket (Jobticket) ‒ bus stops are located directly in front of the institute.
In-house health management including sports courses, running groups, and relaxation seminars.

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