Here's how you will make a difference
* 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.
What you bring to the table
* A degree in electrical engineering, computer science, robotics, or equivalent education
* EU citizenship and a willingness to obtain a security clearance are required to participate in all types of projects.
* Expertise in embedded software development, including proficiency in C/C++ programming, debugging, testing, and continuous integration
* 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.
What you can expect
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 complimentary parking spaces, charging stations for electric cars and covered bicycle parking, and showers at the institute.
* In-house health management including sports courses, running groups, and relaxation seminars.