Junior Simulation / Software Engineer

QuEST Global Services Pte. Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Junior Simulation / Software Engineer in the UK to support development across the product lifecycle. The role involves software development, system integration, and adherence to engineering practices, offering the chance to work on innovative solutions in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• HND/HNC or BSc/BEng/MSc/MEng in a relevant STEM subject.
• Security clearance required.
• Experience in leading teams and QMS documentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Developing software from design to testing stages.
• Integrating hardware and software solutions.
• Mentoring team members and resolving issues.

Skills

Programming in C/C++

HMI Knowledge

Proactivity

Creative Thinking

Education

Degree in Engineering, Maths, or Physics

Tools

Visual Studio

Mercurial

Job description

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Junior Simulation / Software Engineer, United Kingdom

Client: QuEST Global Services Pte. Ltd

Location: United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 099b1630a306

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary organization, driven by aspiration, hunger, and humility.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe engineering can make the impossible possible; innovators inspired by technology and innovation, committed to designing, developing, and testing as trusted partners for Fortune 500 customers.

As a diverse team of engineers, we recognize that what we are engineering is a brighter future for all. If you want to contribute meaningful work and be part of an organization that believes in collective success and learning from failures, we’re eager to hear from you.

The ideal candidates will have the following characteristics and skills:

Requirements:

• Currently working as a software developer with a strong foundation in computing, engineering, and simulation.
• Joining the Modelling & Simulation (M&S) discipline within the customer team, supporting development across the product lifecycle, from concept analysis to Test & Evaluation (T&E) and Training.
• Developing active cockpit simulators and supporting utilities, prototyping new avionic and cockpit designs.
• This is a fully onsite role requiring a minimum of 4 days per week at the customer site.

Responsibilities:

• Developing software, owning requirements, design, implementation, system integration, and testing.
• Adhering to systems engineering practices, reporting progress, and producing technical documentation.
• Designing technical solutions, integrating hardware and software, planning development activities, and managing risks.
• Supporting delivered systems, resolving issues, and mentoring team members.
• Developing system architectures to meet IT & IT security requirements and exploring new opportunities within T&E.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Maths, or Physics.
• Strong programming experience in C/C++ using Visual Studio.
• Knowledge of cockpit Human Machine Interface (HMI) and configuration control tools like Mercurial.
• Ability to work independently, be proactive, and think creatively.
• Security clearance required.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in task leading, QMS documentation, mentoring, Linux, avionics/mission systems, Jira, and simulation interoperability standards.
• Good communication skills and confidence in stakeholder presentations.
• Interest or knowledge in military aircraft domain.

Qualifications:

HND/HNC, BSc/BEng/MSc/MEng in a relevant STEM subject or equivalent experience. Must be a UK or EU citizen or hold a valid work permit, with background checks (BPSS) clearance.

Note: Due to the nature of work, candidates should be UK citizens, EU citizens, or hold a valid work permit. For further information, contact us.