Master Thesis - Engineering to Develop a Digital Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Platform

Master Thesis - Engineering to Develop a Digital Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) PlatformPart-timeDepartment: Student Assignment and Thesis WorkContract Type: TemporaryCompany DescriptionAFRY is a European leader in engineering, design, and advisory services, with a global reach. We accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society. With 19,000 experts in infrastructure, industry, energy, and digitalisation, we create sustainable solutions for generations to come.Many of our employees started their journey at AFRY through their thesis work. It’s a great opportunity to build valuable relationships and explore future career paths.AFRY Defence supports customers within the defence and security domain by providing expertise in systems engineering, digitalization, software development, logistics, and capability development. As defence systems become increasingly software-intensive and data-driven, there is a growing need for modern tools that support Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) throughout the system lifecycle.This thesis offers an opportunity to combine systems engineering methodologies with practical software development to create a modern ILS solution with real-world applicability within the defence sector.Job DescriptionLocation:Solna, SwedenCompany:AFRY DefenceLevel:Master's Thesis (30 ECTS)Scope:20 weeks, 1-2 studentsTimeline: Spring 2027Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) is a key discipline within defense and aerospace systems, ensuring that products and capabilities can be operated, maintained, and supported throughout their life cycle. Many organizations still rely on fragmented tools, spreadsheets, databases, and manual processes to manage logistics data, maintenance information, requirements, and support analysis.There is significant potential to improve efficiency, traceability, and decision-making through a digital platform that integrates logistics information into a single system.At the same time, Systems Engineering (SE) provides structured methods for capturing stakeholder needs, defining requirements, managing traceability, and ensuring that developed solutions satisfy operational objectives.This thesis aims to investigate how Systems Engineering principles can be applied to define, design, and develop a modern software-based ILS platform.QualificationsResearch QuestionsExamples of research questions include:How can Systems Engineering methods be applied to the development of digital ILS solutions?How can stakeholder needs and ILS processes be transformed into system requirements?What software architecture best supports scalability, maintainability, and traceability within an ILS tool?How can logistics data, maintenance information, and support analyses be effectively managed through modern software technologies?What benefits and challenges arise when combining Systems Engineering practices with agile software development?Scope of WorkThe thesis may include the following activities:Systems Engineering ActivitiesStakeholder identification and analysisOperational concept and use case developmentRequirement elicitation and requirement managementRequirements traceabilityFunctional decompositionLogical and physical architecture designVerification and validation planningDevelopment of a System Requirements Specification (SyRS)Software Development ActivitiesDesign and implementation of a software platform consisting of:BackendPython-based backend servicesREST API developmentBusiness logic implementationData processing and analyticsDatabaseSQL database design and implementationData models for logistics and maintenance dataTraceability and configuration management structuresFrontendModern web interfaceDashboard visualizationUser interaction workflowsReporting functionalityPotential technologies:PythonFastAPI or FlaskSQL Server/PostgreSQLReact, Angular, or similar frontend frameworksDockerAzure or cloud-based deployment technologiesExpected DeliverablesThe thesis is expected to deliver:Systems Engineering process and methodology descriptionStakeholder and requirements analysisSystem architecture documentationSoftware requirements specificationPrototype implementationBackend services and database solutionFrontend user interfaceDemonstrated traceability from stakeholder needs to implementationEvaluation and recommendations for future ILS digitalization initiativesDesired Student ProfileWe are looking for students pursuing a Master's degree in areas such as:Systems EngineeringComputer ScienceSoftware EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringInformation SystemsMechanical Engineering with software focusApplied Mathematics and Engineering PhysicsPreferred qualifications:Knowledge of Systems Engineering principlesExperience with Python developmentBasic understanding of SQL databasesInterest in software architecture and digitalizationAnalytical mindset and structured working approachInterest in defence, aerospace, or complex technical systemsExperience with one or more of the following is considered meritorious:MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering)SysMLRequirements engineeringDevOpsCloud solutionsData analyticsLogistics and maintenance engineeringAdditional InformationWhat AFRY OffersAt AFRY Defense, you will work closely with experienced systems engineers, software architects, and defense specialists. The thesis provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in the intersection between systems engineering, software development, and defense logistics while contributing to future digital capabilities within the sector.Students will receive guidance from experts in:Systems EngineeringSoftware EngineeringDefence LogisticsDigital TransformationSolution ArchitectureHow to ApplyApplication:Submit your CV, transcript, and a short motivation describing your interest in Systems Engineering, software development, and defence technology.Closing date for applications: November 20, 2026Contact:Gustav Orrskog[email protected]At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. 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