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About this PHD Thesis: Quantum Sensing for Navigation (d/f/m) role at Airbus

Airbus · Onsite · München Area

Job Description:

In order to support the Central Research & Technology team, Airbus Defence and Space is offering a

PHD Thesis: Quantum Sensing for Navigation (d/f/m)

Are you looking for a PhD Thesis topic in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or Physics? Then apply now! We look forward to you joining us at Airbus Central Research & Technology.

  • Location: Taufkirchen/ Ottobrunn

  • Start: as soon as possible

  • Duration: 3 years

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

  • 30 days holidays

  • On-site-facilities: canteen and cafeteria, fitness center

  • Attractive salary and work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime).

  • Traveling overseas or within Germany (team events) is possible after consultation and agreement from the department.

  • International environment with the opportunity to network globally.

  • Work with modern/diversified technologies.

  • At Airbus, we see you as a valuable team member and you are not hired to brew coffee, instead you are in close contact with the interfaces and are part of our weekly team meetings.

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

Your tasks and responsibilities

  • You develop solutions to integrate state-of-the art and new quantum navigation technologies into resilient navigation systems.

  • You simulate and analyse hybrid classical-quantum navigation solutions.

  • You are part of defining, integrating, and field-testing a flying hardware demonstrator.

  • You present your research at leading international conferences and publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

 Desired skills and qualifications

  • Scientific university degree (master) or comparable degree in physics, robotics, aerospace or electrical engineering, quantum technologies, or related technical fields.

  • Knowledge on classical navigation methods, sensor fusion and state estimation theory. 

  • Solid foundation in mathematics, experience with probabilistic models.

  • Basic knowledge of simulation modelling and good background in related software tools (Matlab/Python).

  • First experiences in the field of quantum sensing is an asset.

  • Hands-on experience in the laboratory.

  • Fluent English. 

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

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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:

PHD, Research

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Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Elec.Electron.&Electromag,Optics&Optron.

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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 [email protected].

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