- Function title: Software Engineer
- Reference: NOC-MA-2025-FGIV/872
- Location: Maastricht
- The selected candidate must reside either at this location or within a reasonable proximity that allows for the satisfactory execution of their duties - Information about living in Maastricht
- Nature of the competition: Internal and external competition
- Applicable regulations: Conditions of Employment of Contract Staff at EUROCONTROL assigned at the Maastricht Centre
- Function group: Function group IV
- Job level: 16-18 - Check salary simulations for the basic grade
- Generic post: Project Manager/Specialist
- Number of posts: 2
- Duration of engagement: 3 Year(s) - extension or conversion of the contract is possible โ see โUseful informationโ section
- Security clearance: Security vetting may be required in accordance with the relevant EUROCONTROL security provisions
- Directorate/Service: MUAC/ACT/TS/FDP - Flight Data Processing
- Working arrangement: Hybrid work (A blend of onsite and remote work). Please note that EUROCONTROL does not offer full-time remote working arrangements.
- Competition publication date: 16/01/2024
- Competition closing date: 13/02/2024 (23:59 Brussels time)
- Reserve list: Applicable - See details in the \"Useful information\" section
Your team
Within the The Directorate Maastricht Upper Area Control Centre, The \"Technical Systems\" service is responsible for the maintenance, development and improvement of software products which support MUAC in achieving its safety and capacity targets and sustain the growing air traffic demand. It provides also resources to various projects in its area of expertise and maintains technical hardware.
We're seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our Flight Data Processing Team. In this role, you will be supporting the Flight Data Processing System (FDPS) maintenance and evolution activities (implementing software, documentation changes, software level testing and troubleshooting, develop FDP software modules).
FDPS is a specialized system used in Air Traffic Control (ATC) to process, manage, and distribute data related to flights. It handles critical data such as flight plans, radar data, and aircraft status updates, providing real-time information for controllers, pilots, and related systems to ensure efficient and safe airspace management.
Your role
Your role will be to:
- Analyse requirements in close collaboration with users, evaluate, identify and design innovative software solutions to satisfy business needs.
Required qualifications, experience & competencies
Completed university studies of at least 4 years in a relevant domain (e.g., IT, Computer Sciences, Business Intelligence). In addition to the above, minimum 4 years of relevant working experience. Experience with modern software development (DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, Software architecture patterns, Object Oriented design). Experience in programming in real-time target platforms, using at least one of the main primary languages such as C/C++, Java, etc. Experience with Linux OS and scripting languages (e.g., Ksh, Perl, Python). Experience with middleware and communication protocols. The following would be an advantage: Understanding or experience Aviation and/or Air Traffic Management systems Knowledge of ADA programming Knowledge of agile tools and methodology (Jira, Kanban/Scrum) English drafting skills (technical documentation) Analytical thinking : You apply methodical approach to complex information. Problem solving : You solve complex problems and provide effective solutions. Creativity and innovation : You apply new approaches. Communication : You adapt communication to different situations and audiences. Team work : You foster teamwork. Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment. Professional conduct in line with the corporate behaviours of the Agency, i.e. result-driven, readiness to change, customer focus, integrity and team-player approach.The working languages of the Agency are English and French. For this particular job, candidates must be proficient users of English at level C1/C2. The levels relate to the European-framework-reference Common European Framework of References for languages (CEFR).