Job Description:

In order to support the Central Research & Technology department, Airbus is looking for a

Master Thesis on Experimental Quantum Communication (d/f/m)

Are you looking for a master thesis and want to get to know the work of a researcher (d/f/m) at Airbus?  Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in the Central Research & Technology department, as an intern (d/f/m)!

• Location: Taufkirchen / Ottobrunn

• Start: July 2026

• Duration: 6 Month

We at Airbus Central Research & Technology pioneer cutting edge technologies for future airborne and space-borne systems, providing novel functionalities whilst reducing the environmental footprint of Airbus products and services. You will join the team of our researchers working on quantum communication. With your contribution you will make an impact on and development of secure communication networks for Airbus.

Your location

Our site is just a stone's throw away from Munich, the beautiful capital of Bavaria. Are you into sports and other outdoor activities? The Alps and Lake Starnberg are within an hour’s reach, offering a multitude of recreational options.

Your benefits

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

• A final thesis is possible after consultation with the department.

• Mobile working after agreement with the department.

• Traveling overseas or within Germany (team events) is possible after consultation and agreement from the department.

• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.

• Work with modern/diversified technologies.

• 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.

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

 

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Developing methods for quantum communication using fiber and free space links.

• Performing experiments using quantum communication testbenches.

• Model and analyse experimental data.

• Conduct and perform hands-on laboratory and conceptual work equally.

 Desired skills and qualifications

• Enrolled full time student (d/f/m) within computer science/electrical engineering/communications or similar.

• You have a solid understanding of the principles of quantum mechanics and a strong interest in quantum information or quantum communication.

• You are familiar with basic optical components and have experience with assembling and aligning of optical setups.

• Ideally you are familiar with Linux and the basic command line tools, as well as with Python based programming. 

• Fluent in English or German.

 

We are looking forward to onboarding you in our team of curious and collaborative researchers in a very international and interdisciplinary environment.

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

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:

Final-year Thesis

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Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Elec.Electron.&Electromag,Optics&Optron.

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