Senior Staff Software Engineer (Aerospace/Embedded Systems)

TL;DR

Senior Staff Software Engineer (Aerospace/Embedded Systems): Leads the development of safety-critical software for advanced flight control and actuation systems with an accent on real-time embedded systems, aerospace compliance, and architecture. Focus on defining technical strategy, ensuring adherence to DO-178C, and mentoring engineering teams in mission-critical software development.

Location: Hybrid in Tewkesbury, GBR

Company

Moog Aircraft Group is a world leader in designing and manufacturing high-performance actuation and control solutions for commercial and military aircraft.

What you will do

• Define software architecture and technical strategy for flight control and actuation systems.
• Develop real-time embedded software for actuation systems and flight control computers.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers for seamless software integration.
• Ensure adherence to aerospace standards like DO-178C and ARP4754A.
• Guide and mentor engineers in safety-critical software development.
• Drive rigorous verification and validation processes for mission-critical software.

Requirements

• 10+ years in software engineering, with significant experience in aerospace or safety-critical systems.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems; experience with writing software for flight control electronics.
• Expertise in deterministic, fault-tolerant systems for flight control applications.
• Strong understanding of DO-178C certification and related standards.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Nice to have

• Experience with model-based development (MATLAB/Simulink).
• Familiarity with ARINC standards and MIL-STD protocols.
• Background in flight control actuation and fly-by-wire systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities.
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Private medical insurance, mental health support, and financial advice.
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%).
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, and EV charging.
• Prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a welcoming environment.