Jonathan P. McAuliffe

Software Engineering Manager @DLR GfR mbH

Munich, DE
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WORK HISTORY

Nov 2025 — Present

Software Engineering Manager @DLR GfR mbH

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Munich, DE

I lead the development and delivery of high-quality, mission-critical software systems, and drive innovation. My work focuses on modernising legacy systems, reducing technical debt, and implementing DevOps best practices to ensure reliability, performance, and scalability.As a technical leader, I leverage over 20 years in the space industry to solve complex challenges while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and forward-thinking. I guide high-performing teams, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure our software meets the rigorous demands of our ever-changing landscape.

EDUCATION

1998 — 2002

University College Cork

Bachelor of Physics, Physics

2002 — 2006

Queen's University Belfast

Ph.D., Astronomy and Astrophysics

ABOUT JONATHAN P. MCAULIFFE

I’m passionate about fostering collaboration, improving workflows, and ensuring that scientists can do science and engineers can engineer. With a background in computational planetary science and over a decade in the space industry, I specialize in optimizing workflows and developing innovative solutions. From shaping the Science Ground Segment of ESA’s BepiColombo mission (2006–2016) to leading training and simulations at DLR’s Galileo Control Centre, my focus has been on precision, efficiency, and scientific return. Since 2018, as Project Manager for Galileo Navigation KPI/Metric software at DLR GfR, I’ve driven modernization efforts, streamlining data-centric processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Since 2023, I’ve been coordinating the modernization of DLR GfR’s software development landscape, including the design and deployment of in-house AI solutions.

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