ADA Embedded Software Engineer

MBDA; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defence organization as an ADA Embedded Software Engineer, where you'll develop cutting-edge software for missile control systems. This role offers the chance to work on real-time embedded systems, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure quality and timely delivery. With a focus on code quality and a flexible approach to problem-solving, you'll play a key role in advancing innovative military technology. Enjoy a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional growth, competitive salary, and a range of attractive benefits, including a company bonus and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexi Leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Qualifications

• Significant experience in embedded software development for real-time systems.
• Strong focus on code quality and collaboration with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver real-time embedded software for missile systems.
• Collaborate with a small team throughout the Software Development Lifecycle.

Skills

Embedded Software Development

ADA Programming

C Programming

C++ Programming

Model-Based Development (UML, IBM Rhapsody)

Code Quality Assurance

Effective Communication

Job description

We have a great opportunity for an experienced ADA embedded software engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of current and future missile control systems!

Salary: Circa £57,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance, varies year to year)
• Pension: Total contribution of up to 14% (employer and employee combined)
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave; enhancements available for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more…

The opportunity:

Our Software Engineering team develops real-time embedded software for missile subsystems and components. We seek a self-motivated embedded software engineer to develop and deliver software on time, within budget, and to quality standards for missile systems—this really is rocket science!

As an ADA Embedded Software Engineer, you will develop software according to company processes and timelines, working proactively and reporting to a Software Design Authority/Software Project Lead. The software is developed in ADA, and you will collaborate within a small team throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, covering requirements, architecture, detailed design, implementation, testing, and delivery of missile subsystem software.

The role involves interfacing with stakeholders across disciplines such as systems design, electronics, safety, security, and quality.

What we're looking for from you:

A software engineer focused on embedded software development for real-time systems:

• Significant experience developing embedded software using Ada, C, and C++
• Experience with model-based development tools like UML or IBM Rhapsody
• A 'can-do' and flexible approach, enjoying solving technical problems beyond just software
• Strong focus on code quality, including participating in code and design reviews
• Ability to develop maintainable and extensible code to adapt to changing requirements
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders across various disciplines

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting armed forces globally. We value diversity and inclusion, with employee-led networks such as Gender Equality, Pride, and Neurodiversity. We encourage open dialogue about support or adjustments needed during our recruitment process.

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