Software and Modelling Engineer (Space Engineering)

TL;DR

Software and Modelling Engineer (C++/Linux): Developing on-board software for the ESA Vigil satellite programme with an accent on real-time software design, simulation environments, and hardware-in-the-loop integration. Focus on designing multi-threaded applications, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring compliance with ECSS standards.

Location: Hybrid (4 days onsite in Stevenage, UK, 1 day remote)

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of digital end-to-end systems and engineering services for space and defence organisations.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain on-board software using C++.
• Build software models and simulation environments.
• Support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) design, integration, and testing.
• Debug real-time software in Linux (RedHat) environments.
• Implement multi-process and multi-threaded software applications.
• Produce technical documentation according to ECSS standards.

Requirements

• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar.
• At least 4 years of industrial experience in software engineering.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and working knowledge of Java for testing.
• Experience with real-time software in Linux and HIL systems.
• Must be based in the UK (onsite presence in Stevenage required).
• Excellent English communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with spacecraft avionics systems and ECSS software standards (specifically ECSS PUS).
• Knowledge of SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, and CAN Bus protocols.
• Previous experience with ESA or other space programmes.

Culture & Benefits

• International and dynamic working environment.
• Hybrid work model with 1 day remote.
• Opportunity to contribute to a flagship ESA space mission.