Exercim. Let's build something great together.
As an expert in scalable software solutions, Exercim supports companies in the successful planning and implementation of their IT projects.
We specialize in custom software development and software development management. Extensive expertise in safety and security applications and clean, industrially maintainable code make us the ideal outsourcing partner for areas where safety is the top priority. Our customers include companies from the defense, aerospace, automotive or medical industries.
The mind behind Exercim
Exercim Oy was founded in 2019 by computer scientist and project manager Thomas Grasse in his adopted country Finland.
With his extensive experience in the development of industrial, safety-critical software and in the agile management of internationally distributed teams, Thomas is able to bridge his customers' personnel bottlenecks quickly and easily - whether remotely from the Finland location or on-site at the customer.
Thomas' plan for the future: to further expand the team and pass on his expertise to aspiring software developers and software development managers.
Reaching Milestones in Software Development
2023
Release of the new brand identity
Exercim ventures a new start: with a refresh of the logo and a new professional web presence tailored to the needs of the target groups.
2019
Emigration to Finland and establishment of Exercim Oy
As of 2019
Senior Management Consultant
In addition to his work as a software developer and software development manager, Thomas also advises companies on how to make their project and product management more efficient.
2017 - 2019
Product Manager
HENSOLDT develops training simulators for civil and military applications. Thomas developed a novel tablet-based training solution, established a new partner and customer network and was responsible for the commercial success of the new product.
2017
Project Manager
For Rheinmetall Defence and Airbus Defence and Space, Thomas took over the management of project teams: At Rheinmetall, he was involved in the development of the group-wide collaboration platform for safety-critical content, among other things.
2013 - 2017
Technical Manager
For Airbus, Thomas developed a system element for monitoring national borders, which he adapted for Saudi Arabia's border security. During the project, he led an international development and integration team of 40 people - at times also on site in Saudi Arabia.
2010 - 2012
Solution Architect
The German company Cassidian was involved in the planning and construction of Saudi Arabia's new integrated border security system.
Thomas supported the project on site as Solution Architect: During the definition phase he supervised the design activities and ensured the integration of partial services.
2005 - 2010
Systems Engineer
EADS Defence & Security had developed a number of mission management systems for military helicopters that had less and less in common over time. As a systems engineer, Thomas brought the requirements and design situation back onto common ground.
2004 - 2005
Research assistant
The Darmstadt Institute for Integrated Publication and Information Systems (IPSI) researched the application of mobile communication middleware in disaster relief. As part of his diploma thesis, Thomas contributed to the implementation of prototypes.
1997 - 2005
Firefighter and paramedic
As a trainee in the Merck KGaA plant fire department, Thomas and his team ensured the uninterrupted production and safety of the workforce. After his training, he worked for several years as a professional firefighter and paramedic.
1991 - 1995
Communication electronics technician and electrical engineer
At VDO Adolf Schindling AG (today: VDO Automotive), Thomas completed his training as a communications electronics technician specializing in information technology. This was followed by a degree in electrical engineering at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (h_d).
Exercim. Let's build something great together.
