ADA Embedded Software Engineer

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced ADA Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to the development of missile control systems. This role offers the chance to work on complex and impactful software engineering projects, focusing on real-time embedded systems. You will be part of a dynamic team, responsible for the full software development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables while collaborating with various stakeholders. This position also offers a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and a range of perks, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about embedded software development.

Benefits

Company bonus

Pension contribution

Paid overtime

Flexi Leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Qualifications

• Significant experience in developing embedded software using Ada, C, and C++.
• Strong focus on code quality with experience in code and design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver software for missile control systems on time and budget.
• Interface with stakeholders across systems design, electronics, and quality.

Skills

Ada

C

C++

Model-based development

UML

IBM Rhapsody

Code quality

Effective communication

Job description

Bristol

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, after the offer stage.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance, varies year to year)
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee)
• Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities
• 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, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more

The opportunity:

Software Engineering 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, on budget, and with high quality for current missile systems—this is complex, impactful work!

As an ADA Embedded Software Engineer, you will develop software according to company processes and timelines, proactively report to a Software Design Authority/Project Lead, and work within a small team across the entire Software Development Lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, detailed design, implementation, testing, and delivery.

The role involves interfacing with multiple 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 in developing embedded software using Ada, C, and C++
• Experience with model-based development, UML, or tools like IBM Rhapsody
• A proactive, flexible 'can-do' attitude, enjoying solving technical problems beyond pure software issues
• Strong focus on code quality, with experience in code and design reviews
• Ability to develop maintainable and adaptable code
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders across disciplines

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting armed forces and defending sovereignty. We value diversity and inclusion, supporting employee-led networks such as Gender Equality, Pride, and Neurodiversity, among others.

We encourage all candidates to speak with us about any support or adjustments needed during recruitment.

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