Student (m/f/d) for a Master-/ Semester Thesis

in the field of Aircraft Design Software Development

  • Fixed-Term
  • Students
  • Part-time

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Join the Aviation Think Tank!

Have you ever wondered what tomorrow’s air transport might look like? As the aviation think tank in Germany – consisting of young and ambitious experts from various disciplines – our goal is to provide science-based answers. Located in Taufkirchen near Munich, we offer a modern working environment with open ears and doors. We are always looking for passionate and creative minds to help us push today’s boundaries to new heights.

Shape the future of aviation with us today and join us as:

Your Tasks

  • In this role, you will first do research on fuselage belly fairing & crown fairing modelling of wing/body mounted landing gear or high-wing configuration.
  • Building on this foundation, you will then review the literature about fuselage belly fairing design & crown fairing design
  • Finally, you will Implement/generate the methodologies into aircraft design software, which includes:
    • geometry modelling of the fairing
    • aerodynamic modelling of the fairing
    • mass modelling of the fairing

Your Profile

•You are an enrolled student (m/f/d) in Aerospace Engineering, Computational Science and Engineering, or Computational Mechanics with a technical background or a related field
•You have excellent software development skills (preferably in Python or any object-oriented languages)
•You show a good understanding of aircraft design methods and methodologies are required
•Ideally you are familiar with CPACS
•You demonstrate an independent working style with clear communication of results and thorough documentation skills
•You have good English speaking and writing skills

What to expect:

  • An international team with a high qualification level
  • Acknowledged research institution – with our feet on the ground and our thoughts in the air
  • Interdisciplinary cooperation of engineers, natural and social scientists
  • Modern working environment on the Ludwig Bölkow Campus in Taufkirchen near Munich
  • A team-oriented working culture
  • Flat hierarchies and short communication paths
  • Challenging tasks
  • Versatile, creative activities
  • Numerous opportunities to enhance and broaden your competencies

What we offer:

  • Flexible working hours
  • Subsidised canteen
  • Parking lot
  • Good accessibility by public transport


We look forward to receiving your application!

Do you have any questions? Michaela Richter will be happy to help:
Tel: +49 89 307 48 49-19
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