Master Thesis: Development of a Standardised Power Module for Thermal Control Software Packages Optimising Power Efficiency from a Thermal Point of View

Job description

Job Description:

In order to support the team Thermal Systems & Space Physics Germany, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a

Master Thesis student in the field of Development of a Standardised Power Module for Thermal Control Software Packages Optimising Power Efficiency from a Thermal Point of View (d/f/m) 

You are looking for a master thesis in the field of mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, automation engineering or computer science and want to get to know the work of a job title? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in the department Thermal Systems & Space Physics Germany as a Masterand (d/f/m)!

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Location: Immenstaad am Bodensee

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Start: 01.10.2025

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Duration: 31.03.2026

Your location

At the Airbus site in Friedrichshafen you will be working on innovation where others spend their holidays. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Constance while having lunch in our canteen. And after work, join one of our many corporate sports groups to go running, sailing or skiing.

Your benefits

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

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Within Germany (team events) is possible after consultation and agreement from the department.

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International environment with the opportunity to network globally.

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Work with modern/diversified technologies.

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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.

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

Your tasks and responsibilities

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Review existing spacecraft thermal control systems, electrical power generation methods, and thermal-power system integrations. Study relevant mission designs, spacecraft materials and current challenges.

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Use thermal simulation software (e.g., ESATAN TMS, SYSTEMA and/or Thermal Desktop) to develop models of spacecraft thermal systems and integrate electrical power system models. This will include the consideration of solar irradiance variations, spacecraft orientation, and power consumption profiles.

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Analyse spacecraft electrical power systems (e.g., solar arrays, batteries) for performance under varying thermal conditions. Investigate the impact of temperature fluctuations on efficiency, lifetime, and charge/discharge cycles, partial solar array failure.

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Implement standardised power models/libraries/functions for solar arrays and batteries to ensure correct thermal behaviour on spacecraft level

Desired skills and qualifications

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Enrolled full-time student in the area of mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, automation engineering or computer science or an equivalent field of study

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First practical experience in the field of automation engineering is desirable.

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Fluent in English is a must

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Fluent in German is nice to have

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Basic thermodynamic and engineering knowledge is helpful

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Interest in programming languages is nice to have

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

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Company:
Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:
Final-year Thesis

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Experience Level:
Student

Job Family:
Fluid & Hydromechanics, Thermal

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