Since its foundation in 2019, the Institute for the Protection of Terrestrial Infrastructures has been dedicated to the protection and security of critical infrastructures on Earth. We develop concepts, processes and technologies that strengthen and improve the resilience of organisations and systems. In doing so, we focus on people, technology and the system as a whole.
What to expect
Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are becoming increasingly important in civil airspace both as an innovative technology and as a potential safety challenge. As part of an ongoing research project, you will work on the further development of model-based methods for risk analysis and safety assessment of drone operations. The aim is to realistically assess the threat situation of critical infrastructures against unmanned aerial systems and to derive recommendations for safe operational and defence strategies.
Your tasks
- development and further development of model-based methods for risk analysis and safety assessment of unmanned aerial systems in civil airspace
- carrying out literature and standards research (e.g. EASA, ICAO, SORA) to identify existing methodological approaches
- conception and development of a risk model to assess threat probability, vulnerability and damage potential of critical infrastructures
- application of suitable methods (e.g. scenario analysis, probabilistic models, simulations) to derive quantitative risk assessments
- implementation, simulation and validation of the models with real or synthetic data sets
- documentation of the developed models and methods as well as participation in scientific publications and conference contributions
Your profile
- completed degree in natural sciences or engineering at diploma/master's level, preferably in engineering (e.g. aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering), mathematics or computer science
- sound knowledge in the field of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or drone technology
- experience in mathematical modelling and analysis of risks (e.g. flight trajectories, failure scenarios, safety assessments)
- knowledge in the application of mathematical and statistical methods (e.g. stochastic models, simulation, numerical methods)
- interest in scientific work and interdisciplinary research
- independent, analytical way of working and good communication skills in German and English
We look forward to getting to know you!
If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 3163) please contact:
Daniel Lichte
Tel.: +49 2241 20148 10
