Job Details Embedded ADA Software Engineer (Datalinks) R31021

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in Stevenage is looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their team. The role involves developing embedded software using Ada and working collaboratively with engineers from various disciplines. There are opportunities for flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary around £65,000, and comprehensive benefits package including bonuses, pension schemes, and health memberships.

Benefits

Gym Membership

Pension contribution up to 14%

Flexi Leave up to 15 days

Dynamic working options

Qualifications

• Significant previous experience of developing embedded software.
• Experience in model-based development using UML or tools like Rhapsody.
• Knowledge of communication protocols is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop current and future datalink systems and protocols.
• Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Assist in the entire software life cycle.

Skills

Embedded software development using Ada

Working in a lab environment

Hard Real-Time embedded software development

Experience of Real Time Operating Systems

Problem solving at system and software component level

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

UML

IBM's Rhapsody

Job description

Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays. After 5, 10 and 15 years of service, an additional day of annual leave is added to your allowance at each of these milestones. You can also enjoy more time off by purchasing up to an additional five days holiday through payroll. We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policies allow individuals great levels of flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Depending on your role and function, this may include options for paid overtime, dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more. Our MBDA Retirement Savings Plan is a Defined Contribution plan in the Mercer Master Trust, administered by Scottish Widows. The standard contributions are 4% of an employee's base salary and 6% employer contributions. You can increase both employee and employer contributions by up to 2%. Financial Awareness - Employees have access to free financial webinars hosted throughout the year, along with access to a financial education website which provides plenty of useful hints, tips and guidance on managing financial wellness. Share Incentive Plan - Acquire shares in our UK Shareholder, BAE Systems PLC, the scheme is tax efficient on shares purchased. Mortgage Advice - As part of our financial wellbeing initiative employees can access free of charge mortgage advice and webinars. Season Ticket Loan - Employees can borrow the value of public transport season ticket for bus or train journeys to and from work and spread the cost over 12 months. Critical Illness - To help reduce the financial impact after being diagnosed with a critical illness, employees receive a tax-free lump sum payment that can be used for any purpose including covering medical expenses, adjustments to lifestyle and more. Employee Assistance Programme - The Employee Assistance Programme is free, independent, confidential and is available 24 hours a day/365 days a year. Employees have access to short-term counselling. Voluntary Private Medical Insurance - Private Medical Insurance offers three healthcare plans to suit your individual requirements for you and your family. Funded Private Medical Insurance - Eligible employees (Grade C & Above) are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit. Dental Insurance - The Dental Insurance benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday dental expenses. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits. Healthcare Cash Plan - The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses with six levels of cover. Healthcare and Leisure - The Healthcare and Leisure benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses and provides access to deals on sporting facilities.

• Significant previous experience of developing embedded software, using Ada
• Working in a lab environment using components and Test Equipment e.g Scopes
• Hard Real-Time embedded software development
• Experience of Real Time Operating Systems e.g FreeRTOS
• Desirable, but not essential: Communication Protocols (e.g. SPI, UART, Ethernet, PCI-Express)
• Experience in model-based development, using UML or using tools such as IBM's Rhapsody
• Strong problem solving at system and software component level to investigate software/hardware issues
• System integration and performance analysis
• This is a relatively new function within MBDA with plenty of scope to help define what the Datalink does, its protocols and technical design.
• This is a technical hands-on role and will involve all aspects of the software life cycle:
• Requirements capture
• Embedded Software Architecture & Design
• Implementation in ADA
• Verification (Reviews & Testing)
• As well as working with other Software Engineers in the team you will also be encouraged to work closely with Firmware Engineers, Systems Engineers, Hardware Engineers, Test Engineers and respective leads.
• This is a great opportunity for an experienced embedded ADA Software Engineer to join our team to develop current and future datalink systems and their associated protocols. Working as a software engineer as part of a multi-disciplinary team (hardware/software/firmware) with state-of-the-art technology, you will be at the forefront of mobile communications used within missile systems design.
• Lots of opportunity for hands-on embedded software development
• Develop and grow your career; training programs to provide you with the skills/tools to take the next step to becoming a technical or managerial leader in MBDA
• You'll get lots of experience interacting and influencing senior partners
• The potential opportunity for travel and international secondment (should you wish); we work with colleagues across UK and European sites, MBDA is a leading defence organisation.
• We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…
• Healthworks Gym Membership - The Healthworks on-site gym at our Stevenage site offers a range of facilities and equipment, alongside a variety of classes available during the week
• Annual Gym Membership - Take advantage of discounted membership at over 3,600 of the UK's leading gym chains
• The Club - The Club provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy social activities
• We are proud to be a nationally recognised employer at MBDA with various awards
• Real Time Datalink Software is tasked with supplying Datalink software into missiles and platforms, enabling over-the-air communication
• Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience
• Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on-site
• Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
• As a minimum and after offer stage, BPSS checks will be required
• Company benefits include: Up to £2,500 bonus, Pension up to 14%, Overtime, Flexi Leave up to 15 days, Flexible working, Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Development and learning are a priority for MBDA, with access to in-house Learning & Development support, apprenticeship programmes, online platforms, and up to £150 yearly for further study. If you lead a team, or aspire to, management training is available. Dynamic Working allows flexi-time and the potential to work from home where appropriate, with up to 15 days of Flexi-leave in addition to 25 days annual leave and bank holidays. All MBDA employees require UK security clearance (BPSS) after offer.