Our mission

The mission of the Institute of Software Technology is reflected in the following values:

  • We work in a network both within the institute and at DLR as well as with external partners
  • We rely on cutting-edge technologies and integrate them into software solutions
  • We promote the professional and personal development of our employees
  • We contribute our results to society and the economy

The use of methodically sound software technologies is essential for the design of reliable and innovative solutions in the fields of space, aeronautics, energy, transport and security, as well as for mastering their complexity.

The DLR Institute of Software Technology researches and develops pioneering software solutions and new software-based processes in the context of the application areas of space, aviation, energy, transport and security. Our research improves methods in computer science, software and systems engineering, and computational science and engineering. We ensure the sustainability of our research through knowledge and innovation transfer within and outside DLR.

The DLR Institute of Software Technology focuses on reliable and safety-critical software systems, artificial intelligence, high-performance computing and quantum computing, human-system interaction and visualisation, software and systems engineering, and digital platforms. The quality and sustainability of our software solutions is ensured through development according to clearly defined and traceable processes, taking into account quality characteristics such as performance, security, usability and maintainability.