Intern System Engineer - ACAS X (6-months Internship)

Every day, around 3,000 employees of RUAG and RUAG Real Estate make as significant contribution to the security of Switzerland. They ensure that the Swiss Armed Forces and other emergency and security organizations can comprehensibly carry out their tasks at all times.

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You can move it

• Contribute to the finalization of ACAS-Xr and ACAS-Xu implementations within RUAG's simulation environment, with the possibility to explore ACAS-sXu
• Translate reference implementations provided in Julia into deployable C or C++ code, creating a robust, testable, and safety-aligned software foundation
• Support RUAG's DAA system and collaborations with leading aviation partners, laying the groundwork for future certification and operational use
• Gain exposure to the aviation industry and learn how airborne systems are applied in practice while expanding your professional network
• Shape your own project, make meaningful decisions, and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and expertise
• Work in a culture that values open discussion, personal initiative, and innovation in safety-critical applications

What you should bring with you

• Experience in Python and C/C++, knowledge of Julia is a plus
• Basic knowledge of Git or similar version control systems
• Familiarity with collision avoidance systems is a plus; prior knowledge of the ACAS-X standards is not required
• Creative and solution-oriented mindset with a passion for innovation
• High technical aptitude and strong willingness to learn, especially in modeling and simulation, system theory and algorithms, control engineering, and system architecture
• Ability to collaborate effectively with the project team
• Excellent analytical and planning skills, combined with a high level of responsibility and perseverance
• Good command of English; knowledge of German is an asset

Do you not fully meet all the requirements? Apply anyway. We are always looking for talented and motivated people to join our team. We place great emphasis on diversity and equal opportunities and aim to build a versatile team where everyone can fully utilize their personal strengths. In particular, we encourage all people, regardless of gender, who may have concerns about accepting a position in a military-related environment to apply.

About the field of activity

RUAG AG is at the forefront of advanced Detect and Avoid (DAA) systems, ensuring safe operations in Swiss and European airspace. Building on the successful integration of ACAS-Xa into our simulation framework, we are now advancing to the next generation of airborne collision avoidance systems with ACAS-Xr and ACAS-Xu.

Your advantages

Salary and fringe benefits

It is very important to us that our employees find a healthy balance between their professional and private lives. This is why, among other things, we offer flexible working hours and options for working from home.

We offer you a performance-oriented salary in line with the market, 13 months' wages as well as generous premiums and bonuses. Together with additional fringe benefits this makes for an attractive overall package.

Flexible work

Benefits

At RUAG, you benefit from discounts on transportation and meals. You can also take advantage of attractive offers on our benefits portal and receive fleet discounts from a number of well-known car brands.

Career and development opportunities

We are committed to developing and realizing the potential of our employees. For this reason, we support them in continuously expanding their skills through training, courses and further education so they can achieve their professional goals.

Leisure activities

We care about our employees. That is why we give them a day off for their birthday, offer a wide range of sports activities and the opportunity to take additional days off with a pay deduction in addition to their annual vacation entitlement.

Your point of contact

Verena Mathis

Talent Acquisition Specialist

+41 58 461 20 63