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Support the entire Hardware and Software Development Cycle of Military Vehicles

Tactical and logistical vehicles require electrical power. This includes power distribution, electronic systems and software that controls the systems with individual components and assemblies. This hardware and software is developed holistically at Rheinmetall. The hardware design and software coding are carried out in the V model using requirement analysis and a developed system architecture. After production, the systems are verified via laboratory and integration tests. As engineers, you accompany the entire development cycle.

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“Appreciation, mutual support and a respectful way of working together characterize the work in our teams.”
Director Electrical Engineering

I have been working at Rheinmetall in Kiel as Director Electrical Engineering since summer 2023. In this role, I am responsible for electrical engineering at the Kiel and Kassel sites. My team works closely together across locations and continues to advance the topics of electronics, electrics, electromechanics and software. The digitalization of our vehicles is the focus here.

We are confronted with new exciting and challenging topics every day. In other words, our work is extremely diverse and varied.

Insights. Very personal.

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"It's simply exciting to work on such state-of-the-art vehicles that serve to protect our soldiers and to integrate new technologies in the process."
Electrical development engineer
How did you get your job and what are your tasks?

Rheinmetall offered me the opportunity to write my Bachelor's thesis at the company. This was followed by a student traineeship, a Master's degree and a permanent position.

A few years have now passed and I work as a development engineer in the electrical engineering department. Among other things, I develop circuit diagrams, design connecting cables and cable harnesses for devices. I also support both electrical production in the construction of components, and prototype construction during the acceptance of the first vehicles.

Why did you choose Rheinmetall as your employer?
I wanted to start my career in a large company so that I could learn a lot, develop further and move up the career ladder. Rheinmetall also offers a very good salary and the location on the Baltic coast provides a great work-life balance.
What makes your department a great department?
There are always motivated and helpful staff and very good management in my department.
What challenges does everyday work present?
The integration of new technologies, which have to meet the tougher environmental requirements placed on us, is always a challenge. But with commitment and the support of the team, we have mastered every challenge so far.
What goals have you set yourself for the future?
I would like to deepen my current focus on fiber optic cabling and perhaps one day lead an electrical development team myself.
What advice would you give to applicants who are interested in the vacancies in your department?
Don't hesitate, even if the job description is not 100% a match! There are lots of exciting topics here and everyone has skills that just need to be put to good use and we make sure of that.
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"Trust is important to me and Rheinmetall has confidence in my abilities. I can work independently and take on responsibility."
Software development
Why did you choose Rheinmetall as an employer?
I was looking for a challenging job. Rheinmetall is a technology company with a wide range of activities. As I am at the beginning of my career, it is important for me to be able to try out different things or activities that I didn't have on my radar before. This is made possible for me here. In addition, the very nice job interviews gave me a good feeling that I had chosen the right employer.
What do you find particularly exciting about your job?
Variety. As a software development engineer with a focus on embedded hardware, I am currently developing control software for a safety controller for one of our vehicles. However, the job is not just a developer job consisting solely of desk work. You can (and must) also test your software in practice and are inevitably confronted with the problems that real commissioning entails.
Why do you enjoy your job?
Creative problem solving is required and my team/department is always keen to support each other and provide input in many different ways.
Which recent project do you particularly remember and why?
For me as a relatively new employee, my first on-site commissioning in Bremen was of course something special. Everything worked just as we had imagined it would.
How do you feel about working together in your team on a day-to-day basis?
We have a friendly and collegial atmosphere. However, as we work very independently, we often need to take the initiative.
Which Rheinmetall benefits are important to you personally and why?
As a keen footballer, a company sports team is a great thing. Although I'm currently still "under contract" with another team, I'm planning to switch for the next season. In addition, a trainer always comes to our plant in Kiel on Thursdays so that I can also take part in "active breaks".
What professional and personal qualifications should applicants have in order to fit in well with the team?
It is an advantage to be proficient in a (hardware-related) programming language. We also have a large and complex product portfolio that you have to grow into and where questions naturally arise. The team members are there to support you, and you must be prepared to accept their help. No master has ever fallen from the sky and some professional challenges can only be mastered together.

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