Working Student - Embedded Software & Testing (m/w/d)
NEX Aero GmbH HQ, NEX Aero GmbH Office
Part-time
Working Student
About the role
As a Working Student in Embedded Software & Testing you will support the development and hands-on validation of embedded systems for advanced aerospace and UAV platforms. You will work closely with experienced engineers in the lab, contributing to real hardware bring-up, debugging, and testbench development. This role offers a strong practical focus, giving you the opportunity to work directly with electronics, measurement equipment, and prototype systems while building up your embedded software skills.
Your responsibilities
- Support the development and debugging of embedded software in C/C++ for real hardware platforms
- Set up, maintain, and document testbenches for avionics and UAV subsystems (e.g., power distribution, communication interfaces)
- Perform hardware bring-up, integration, and functional testing of embedded systems
- Assist in debugging activities using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and power supplies
- Support development and testing of low-level drivers and communication interfaces (CAN, UART, RS485/232, Ethernet)
- Contribute to system integration activities by testing interfaces between software, hardware, and external components
- Assist in implementing and validating firmware flashing and update procedures
- Support automated testing activities (e.g., HiL setups, CI pipelines) and document test results
Your profile
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Embedded Systems, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- First hands-on experience with embedded programming in C/C++ (e.g., university labs, personal projects, internships)
- Strong interest in working with real hardware, lab equipment, and test setups
- Basic understanding of microcontrollers and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet)
- Experience with debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.) is a strong plus
- Practical, hands-on mindset with a structured and detail-oriented approach to testing and troubleshooting
- Proactive, reliable team player with a willingness to learn
- Good communication skills and fluency in English
About us
Who We Are - NEX Aero
At NEX Aero, we are redefining how critical cargo moves across the world.We design, build, and operate next-generation heavy-duty drones capable of reaching places traditional logistics can’t, connecting remote communities, enabling urgent healthcare deliveries, and strengthening supply chains in a changing world.
Based in Munich, we are an ambitious team of engineers, operators, and innovators working hands-on at the intersection of aerospace, clean technology, and logistics. Our work moves beyond prototypes, it creates real-world impact where reliability, reach, and resilience matter most.
At NEX Aero, you won’t just build systems. You’ll help unlock access, progress, and opportunity for industries and communities worldwide.
Benefits — What You Can Expect
- Purpose-Driven Work: Join a mission that matters, advancing sustainable logistics and connecting the disconnected.
- Cutting-Edge Innovation: Work hands-on with next-generation drone systems, hydrogen technologies, and autonomous operations.
- Fast-Paced Learning: Grow faster through deep technical challenges, field missions, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Collaborative Culture: We value clear communication, radical ownership, and low-ego teamwork across every role and level.
- Professional Growth: Shape your role as we scale, with opportunities to lead projects, innovate solutions, and expand your expertise.
- Attractive Locations: Work from our modern offices or R&D lab both in the center of Munich, with flexible working options depending on your role.
- Real-World Impact: See the results of your work directly, from successful flight tests to critical deliveries that move what matters most.
At NEX Aero, we are serious about the mission, and we enjoy the ride.