Naval Surface Systems Software Engineer (PLC/SCADA)

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the UK seeks an experienced Control Systems Software Engineer to design and develop PLC and SCADA solutions for naval platforms. Candidates should have proficiency in programming languages like C++, C#, and Java, along with experience in functional safety and programming controllers. The position offers flexible working options, private healthcare, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Private healthcare

Performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Experience in Defence, Maritime or regulated industrial sectors is a plus.
• Understanding of Functional Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Write functional and design specifications for code development.
• Develop high-quality, performance-optimized code.
• Produce technical documentation according to procedures.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests with customers.

Skills

Client-server applications

Object Oriented Programming

Data Structures

C++

C#

Java

Unit test frameworks

Software Configuration Management

Industrial Ethernet protocols

Programmable Logic Controllers

Functional Safety

Defence sector experience

Education

Degree in Software Engineering or related discipline

HNC or HND in relevant field

Job description

A leading defence contractor in the UK seeks an experienced Control Systems Software Engineer to design and develop PLC and SCADA solutions for naval platforms. Candidates should have proficiency in programming languages like C++, C#, and Java, along with experience in functional safety and programming controllers. The position offers flexible working options, private healthcare, and career development opportunities.