Atmos Space Cargo GmbH

Intern Flight Software Engineering (m/f/d)

Job vacancy: From now on
Working student
Temporary employment
Karlsruhe city, Karlsruhe region
Entry from the 19.05.2026
Position number 120342

Description

ATMOS Space Cargo is seeking a Flight Software Engineering Intern to support the development of mission-critical embedded software for the Phoenix2 spacecraft.
You will work closely with experienced flight software and hardware engineers to help implement, test, and document real-time software for spacecraft subsystems.

Key responsibilities
- You will assist in designing and implementing flight software modules for Phoenix2 subsystems.
- You will support development of real-time embedded code following ECSS and CCSDS guidelines.
- You will collaborate with hardware engineers to understand subsystem behaviour and integration needs.
- You will help troubleshoot software and hardware-related issues under guidance from senior engineers.
- You will contribute to documentation for reproducibility, traceability, and long-term maintainability.
- You will participate in code reviews, testing activities, and integration sessions.

Profile required

- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic experience with C/C++ or Python.
- Interest in embedded systems, realtime software, or aerospace applications.
- Familiarity with Linux development environments and scripting.
- Willingness to learn ECSS standards, CCSDS protocols, and spacecraft software practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred qualifications
- Exposure to RTOS concepts or embedded development.
- Interest in telecommand/telemetry systems or space communication protocols.
- Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, or structured documentation tools.
- Experience working in multicultural or interdisciplinary teams.

Your skills

Field of study preferred
  • Engineering sciences
    • Mechanical engineering
    Mechanical Engineering
Favored career stage
  • Student
German language level
GER A2

This is what the workplace looks like.

Sector
  • Engineering, development & construction design
Working time model
Part-time
Workplace
Open-Plan Office (5+ People)
Home office
Partial Home Office
Individual/Team work
Teamwork and/or Customer Contact
Language at workplace
German and english
Field service
No Field Service
Public transport access
Yes

Company information

Type of company
Startup
Industry branch
  • Electrical engineering & optics
  • Aerospace
  • Transport & logistics

How to apply

Atmos Space Cargo GmbH
Company address

Atmos Space Cargo GmbH
Im Gewerbegebiet 3-5
77839 Lichtenau
Germany
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