Embedded Software Engineer

Coalesce Management Consulting; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm specializing in engineering solutions is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with DO-178 experience for an ongoing aerospace programme. The role involves supporting the development of an aircraft console system with a focus on DO-178C compliance activities. Strong candidates will have hands-on experience in tool qualification and software code reviews. This 6-month contract starts ASAP in 2026 and offers the flexibility for remote work. Suitable applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong experience working to DO-178C.
• Hands-on involvement in tool qualification.
• Experience performing software code reviews for safety-critical systems.

Responsibilities

• Support development of aircraft console system focused on DO-178C compliance.
• Contribute to module specifications and embedded C development.
• Assist with tool qualification and software reviews.

Skills

DO-178C compliance

Tool qualification (DO-330)

Software code reviews

Embedded C development

DO-178C compliance documentation

Familiarity with SCADE Display

Job description

Join our latest project!

We’re excited to be supporting an ongoing aerospace programme with one of CMC’s long-standing clients, and we’re now looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with DO-178 experience to join their team. The project is well established and currently approaching Critical Design Review, with additional support required to maintain delivery momentum.

This role will support the development of an aircraft console system, with a focus on DO-178C compliance activities, including tool qualification, software reviews, and supporting documentation. There may also be the opportunity to contribute to module specifications and embedded C development, depending on experience.

This is a 6-month contract starting ASAP in 2026, with a strong likelihood of extension. The role is inside IR35 and can be worked on the remote basis.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience working to DO-178C
• Hands‑on involvement in tool qualification (DO-330)
• Experience performing software code reviews for safety‑critical systems
• Embedded C development for real‑time or aerospace applications
• Experience producing DO-178C compliance documentation
• Familiarity with SCADE Display or similar model‑based tools (desirable)

If you think you are suitable, please apply below!

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CMC provide expert engineering solutions on an international capacity for advanced engineering projects. Established in 2016, we set out our mission to be the best service‑driven consulting business in global STEM markets, and after rapid growth in just a few years, we’re already delivering true expertise to major technology brands and leading companies around the world.

As we expand our reach and take on new projects, we have assignments available for experienced semiconductor and verification professionals to join our consultancy and deliver the expert solutions and high level of service we’re known for across multiple ventures.

By partnering with CMC you get the chance to work with some of the world’s leading technology specialists. From our global offices we support you with each new project, providing a complete scope of work definition ahead of any engagement so you know exactly what’s required by the assignment before you land on‑site. As projects are completed, we continue to support you by securing your next opportunity from our global network of leading technology companies.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of experience, and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from persons of any experience for this role.